JASBIR SINGH vs STATE OF PUNJAB

The Supreme Court addressed the procedural validity of bail orders under Sections 409, 447, 468, 218, 120B IPC and the Prevention of Corruption Act. The Court held that the Sessions Judge's dismissal of the bail application without considering the Administrative Judge's prior order was improper, leading to the setting aside of the bail order. The Court emphasized the necessity for judges to adhere to procedural fairness and the merits of the case when granting bail.