Today, On 25th June, The Supreme Court sharply criticised Uttar Pradesh jail officials for unlawfully keeping a man in Ghaziabad jail despite a clear bail order, calling it a serious violation of personal liberty and raising concerns over systemic injustice.
The Supreme Court of India criticized the Ghaziabad jail authorities for failing to release a man granted bail in April under the Uttar Pradesh anti-conversion law, deeming it a “travesty of justice.” The court demanded an explanation from the jailor regarding the delay, attributing it to a minor legal technicality that undermines personal liberty.
The Supreme Court emphasized that granting bail under special laws with restrictions must depend on fulfilling the required conditions. Setting aside the Bombay High Court’s decision to grant bail in a strict MCOCA case, the bench noted that courts cannot examine evidence in detail to form a definite view on the accused’s role during bail hearings. The ruling reinforces the importance of adhering to legal standards in such cases. The court highlighted that bail decisions must align with the specific provisions of special laws.
In a recent development, the Supreme Court of India has issued a contempt notice to a magistrate and police officers in Gujarat for violating its order. This action follows the remand of a man to police custody, which contradicted an interim anticipatory bail order previously issued by the Supreme Court. Also read-Supreme Court Stresses Need […]
