Subhash Babu Patil vs State Of Maharashtra & Anr

The Supreme Court set aside the Bombay High Court's order disposing of the appellant's appeal in his absence, citing the necessity for fresh notice to be issued as per established precedent. The Court emphasized that the absence of the accused should not preclude a fair hearing, thereby remanding the case for fresh disposal. The Court also directed that any bail application by the appellant should be considered expeditiously by the High Court.