Case Note & Summary
The case involved an appeal by the appellant against the rejection of his application for anticipatory bail by the High Court in Criminal Miscellaneous No.33954 of 2009. The appeal was filed in the context of Alipur P.S. Case No.35 of 2008 dated 23.12.2008, Gaya, Bihar. The Supreme Court had previously issued a notice on 13.05.2010, directing that in the event of the appellant's arrest, he should be released on interim bail to the satisfaction of the Arresting Officer or the concerned Court, provided he cooperated with the investigation. Upon reviewing the circumstances of the case, the Supreme Court found it appropriate to confirm the order dated 13.05.2010, thereby disposing of the appeal accordingly. The court's decision underscored the importance of cooperation with the investigation while granting bail.
Headnote
A) Criminal Law - Anticipatory Bail - High Court Rejection - Supreme Court upheld the order granting interim bail - Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 438 - The appellant's application for anticipatory bail was rejected by the High Court, prompting an appeal. The Supreme Court confirmed its earlier order directing interim bail upon arrest, emphasizing the need for cooperation with the investigation. Held that the order of interim bail was justified (Paras Not mentioned).
Issue of Consideration
Whether the rejection of the application for anticipatory bail by the High Court was justified.
Final Decision
The Supreme Court upheld the order granting interim bail to the appellant, confirming the necessity for cooperation with the investigation.
Law Points
- Anticipatory bail
- High Court rejection
- Interim bail
- Cooperation with investigation
