The Jharkhand High Court, in its recent pronouncement, underscored the absence of a universal criterion for the grant or denial of bail, emphasizing the discretion vested in both the High Court and the Court of Session to adjudicate bail petitions on a case-by-case basis.
Case Background
The present matter concerns an application for anticipatory bail pertaining to allegations under Sections 323, 498A, and 506 of the Indian Penal Code.
Petitioner’s Submission
The petitioner asserted that their anticipatory bail plea was summarily disposed of without due consideration.
Court’s Perspective
The court affirmed that upon the submission of a bail application, it warrants meticulous examination. It further elucidated that bail determinations necessitate the comprehensive assessment of diverse factors and cannot be dictated by a singular consideration. Accordingly, the High Court and the Court of Session retain the authority to exercise their judicial discretion in granting bail, contingent upon the peculiarities of each case, and may impose requisite conditions as deemed fit.