Supreme Court of India · 2025-07-31
The State Of Andhra Pradesh vs N. Sanjay
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- The State Of Andhra Pradesh
- Respondent
- N. Sanjay
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined the validity of anticipatory bail granted under Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code by a High Court in a case involving an Indian Police Service officer. The Court analyzed whether the High Court's interference was justified in granting bail to a respondent accused of a non-bailable offence. The Court upheld the principles of anticipatory bail, emphasizing the importance of balancing individual liberty with the state's interest in maintaining law and order. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's order.