PREM SHANKAR PRASAD vs THE STATE OF BIHAR

The Supreme Court overturned the High Court's decision granting anticipatory bail to the accused, who was absconding to evade arrest in a case involving serious charges under the Indian Penal Code. The Court emphasized that the issuance of a proclamation under Section 82 of the Criminal Procedure Code indicates the accused's intention to avoid legal proceedings, which undermines the grounds for anticipatory bail. Consequently, the Court reinstated the Trial Court's order denying bail.