Why the Court reached its conclusions2018 INSC 107 · [2018] 1 SCR 882
The Court explains why earlier cooperation and the presumption of innocence mattered to release before trial. The applicant's means also informed whether the conditions would make release practicable.
Regular BailCode of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Read entry →Why the Court reached its conclusions2011 INSC 819 · [2011] 13 (Additional) SCR 309
The Court explains why economic seriousness alone did not establish a continuing need for custody. Its assessment connected punishment, likely trial length and supported risks with enforceable conditions of release.
Regular BailCode of Criminal Procedure, 1973Constitution of IndiaIndian Penal Code, 1860Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
Read entry →Why the Court reached its conclusions2023 INSC 866
The Court explains why written arrest grounds were needed to make the personal accusation usable. Bona fide exercise of power and independent remand scrutiny remained essential despite the special PMLA framework.
Illegal ArrestCode of Criminal Procedure, 1973Constitution of IndiaPrevention of Money-laundering Act, 2002
Read entry →Why the Court reached its conclusions2022 INSC 690 · [2022] 10 SCR 351
The Court explains why liberty protection must connect arrest necessity with proportionate attendance process. Workable conditions and timely adjudication preserve that protection beyond the initial release decision.
Regular BailCode of Criminal Procedure, 1973Constitution of IndiaNarcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985Prevention of Money-laundering Act, 2002
Read entry →Why the Court reached its conclusions2025 INSC 645
The Court explains why documentary access depends on the prosecution stage and the purpose of the request. Seized records, complaint material and unused document lists therefore receive distinct treatment.
EvidenceBharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973Constitution of IndiaIndian Evidence Act, 1872Prevention of Money-laundering Act, 2002
Read entry →Why the Court reached its conclusions2022 INSC 756 · [2022] 6 SCR 382
The Court explains why the PMLA framework could be upheld only with its statutory foundations and safeguards. Criminally derived proceeds, regulated powers and unresolved individual remedies retain their separate significance.
TrialCode of Criminal Procedure, 1973Constitution of IndiaIndian Evidence Act, 1872Indian Penal Code, 1860Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985Prevention of Money-laundering Act, 2002
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