Abhijit Pandey vs The State Of Madhya Pradesh

The Supreme Court granted leave to appeal against the High Court's rejection of regular bail under Section 483 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. The appellant, a dentist, was charged under Sections 108 and 80 of the BNS and Sections 3 and 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act following the death of his wife. The Court examined the facts surrounding the matrimonial relationship and the charges framed. The judgment highlights the procedural aspects of bail under the new criminal statute and the interplay with dowry-related offences. The outcome sets a precedent on bail considerations in cases involving serious charges under the BNS and Dowry Prohibition Act.