JUDGEBIR SINGH @ JASBIR SINGH SAMRA @ JASBIR vs NATIONAL INVESTIGATION AGENCY

The Supreme Court examined whether accused persons are entitled to default bail under Section 167(2) of the CrPC when chargesheets are filed within the statutory period but the trial is delayed. The Court analyzed the legal provisions and the scope of default bail, emphasizing the importance of timely trial and the rights of accused persons. It upheld the principle that if the trial is not completed within the prescribed period, the accused are entitled to default bail, regardless of the filing of chargesheets within time. The Court dismissed the appeal, affirming the High Court's decision to deny release on default bail, and clarified the legal position regarding the entitlement to bail in such circumstances.