BAHUBALI RAVAJI DOSHI vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court directed the Reference Court to release 50% of the amount deposited by the State without security and the remaining 50% with security to the satisfaction of the Court, establishing a procedural guideline for similar cases. The Court emphasized the need for uniformity in handling connected matters to avoid unnecessary litigation. Consequently, the appeal was disposed of without costs, affirming the procedural order applicable to the appellants.