Supreme Court of India · 2025-01-30
Jasminbhai Bharatbhai Kothari vs The State Of Gujarat
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Jasminbhai Bharatbhai Kothari
- Respondent
- The State Of Gujarat
- Author
- Vikram Nath
- Bench
- Vikram Nath
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court considered a petition challenging the refusal to extend temporary bail for a petitioner convicted under Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code and Arms Act. The Court examined the procedural aspects of bail extension and the implications of pending criminal appeals. It emphasized the importance of balancing the rights of the accused with judicial proceedings. The Court ultimately addressed procedural anomalies and clarified the legal position regarding bail extensions in pending appeals.