Month: May 2021

Bail is the rule but not its refusal Bail is the rule and refusal of bail is the exception. When the bail is refused the personal liberty of the citizen is deprived. Such deprivation can be done only by following the principles and procedures known to law. That means refusal of bail must be done by following due process of law. Bail can be granted at any stage of the trial.

Factors to be considered while granting anticipatory bail The court must take the following broad factors into consideration before allowing or rejecting an application for anticipatory bail. The nature and gravity of the accusation The antecedents of the applicant such as his previous conviction or imprisonment. The probability of applicant fleeing from trial or other proceedings Whether the accusation is for injuring or humiliating the applicant