Case Note & Summary
The case involved an appeal by the appellant against the rejection of his application for anticipatory bail by the High Court of Punjab and Haryana. The appellant sought relief under Criminal Miscellaneous No.M-34997 of 2011, which was rejected on 08.12.2011. Subsequently, the Supreme Court granted leave and issued a notice while releasing the appellant on bail on 15.12.2011, subject to certain conditions including the furnishing of a personal bond and joining the investigation as required. The court heard the arguments from both parties and, considering the facts and circumstances, confirmed the earlier bail order. The appeal was disposed of with the confirmation of the bail order, ensuring that the appellant complied with the stipulated conditions.
Headnote
A) Criminal Procedure - Anticipatory Bail - Confirmation of Bail Order - Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 438 - The Supreme Court confirmed the order granting anticipatory bail to the appellant, emphasizing the necessity for the appellant to join the investigation as required. The court upheld the conditions imposed in the bail order, ensuring compliance with the provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure. Held that the order dated 15.12.2011 is confirmed (Paras 2-5).
Issue of Consideration
Whether the order granting anticipatory bail should be confirmed.
Final Decision
The Supreme Court confirmed the order granting anticipatory bail to the appellant, subject to conditions including joining the investigation and furnishing a personal bond.
Law Points
- Anticipatory bail
- Criminal Procedure Code
- 1973
- Section 438
