Type When it applies Regular bail After arrest. A right in bailable offences; discretionary in non-bailable offences Anticipatory bail Before arrest, where a malicious or baseless case is apprehended Bail pending appeal After conviction, while the appeal awaits hearing Courts typically consider the gravity of the allegation, the material on record, the likelihood of abscondingContinue reading “Understanding Bail: Three Distinct Remedies”
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Facing a False Criminal Case: Immediate Steps A criminal complaint is an allegation, not a finding of guilt. The first few days are often decisive. Recommended steps: Takeaway: Early, informed action and well-organised documents are often the strongest defence. General information only; not legal advice. Outcomes depend on the facts of each case.