“ED Cannot Jail Individuals Without Trial Under Section 45 PMLA”: SC While Granting Bail To Senthil Balaji

Today, On 26th September, the Supreme Court ruled that the Enforcement Directorate cannot use Section 45 of the PMLA to detain individuals without trial. While granting bail to former Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji, the court emphasized the right to a speedy trial under Article 21, highlighting concerns over prolonged incarceration.