Supreme Court of India · 2023-07-31
Md. Asfak Alam vs The State Of Jharkhand
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Md. Asfak Alam
- Respondent
- The State Of Jharkhand
- Author
- S. Ravindra Bhat
- Bench
- Aravind Kumar, S. Ravindra Bhat
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined the issue of anticipatory bail in a criminal case involving matrimonial disputes. The appellant challenged the denial of anticipatory bail and sought directions to surrender and seek regular bail. The Court considered the facts of interference and threats by the respondent's family, along with procedural compliance with legal guidelines, ultimately emphasizing the importance of balancing individual liberty with public interest. The Court upheld the denial of anticipatory bail, highlighting the need for proper investigation and procedural adherence.