Summary: The High Court of Madras has given Muthappa a chance to explain why his land settlement document should be registered, despite a previous court decision. The Sub Registrar in Thenkanikottai initially refused the registration.
On November 14, 2025, Muthappa tried to register a settlement document. But just three days later, on November 17, the Sub Registrar in Thenkanikottai, Hosur Taluk, Krishnagiri District, said no. Why? They issued a "Refusal Check Slip" because of some complications involving multiple registrations and court documents.
Muthappa's lawyer explained that the land in question is Survey No. 387, which was split into 387/1, 387/2, and 387/3 before a court decision. The document includes parts 387/1 and 387/2, which are tied to a past compromise decision. Muthappa's lawyer pointed out that the land records even show his father's name.
Judge Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy heard the case on December 18, 2025. The court said Muthappa could explain why his document doesn't conflict with the earlier court decision. If he provides a good explanation, the Sub Registrar might accept it. If not, they must issue a detailed "speaking order" under Section 71 of the Registration Act.
The court has given the Sub Registrar one month to decide after getting Muthappa's explanation. So, Muthappa has a chance to get his document registered, but he needs to make a strong case!
This case shows how tricky land registration can be, especially when past court decisions are involved.
