Ramesh Kumar vs The State Of Nct Of Delhi

The Supreme Court expressed concern over the trend of courts imposing deposit or repayment conditions while granting anticipatory bail under Section 438 of the CrPC, especially in cases involving allegations under Section 420 of the IPC. The court emphasized that judicial proceedings should not be transformed into processes for recovering cheated amounts, and courts should not be unduly influenced by undertakings of deposit or repayment by accused persons. The judgment serves as a reminder to high courts and sessions courts to adhere to proper legal principles while granting bail. The court highlighted the importance of safeguarding the rights of accused persons and maintaining the integrity of judicial processes.