06 June 2024 Bail and Antcipatory Bail >> Criminal Law   |   FIR >> Criminal Law   |   Investigation >> Criminal Law  

In a decision today, a sigh of relief came for Ms. Jhala who was granted bail in a case stemming from an FIR filed in April 2024 at the Sola High Court Police Station. The judge's ruling hinged on several key factors, including the recent bail granted to a co-defendant facing similar charges and the nearing completion of the investigation. Notably, Ms. Jhala had been in custody since April 20, 2024.

The judge's decision comes after considering several factors, including the fact that a co-accused in the case with similar charges received bail in May 2024 and the investigation is nearing completion. Ms. Jhala had been in custody since April 20, 2024.

Bail Conditions

The court ordered Ms. Jhala's release on a personal bond of Rs. 10,000 with one surety. Several conditions were placed on her bail, including:

• Maintaining good behaviour and not committing any further crimes.
• Not interfering with the prosecution's case or obstructing the police investigation in any way, including tampering with evidence.
• Surrendering her passport to the court within a week of release (if applicable).
• Obtaining permission from the court to leave the state of Gujarat.
• Checking in with the concerned police station once a month for six months.
• Providing her current address to the court and investigator and getting court approval before moving.
• Avoiding the area of Sola High Court Police Station except for court appearances and mandatory check-ins.

The court emphasized that Ms. Jhala's release is contingent upon her not being required in connection with any other offenses. Violating any of the bail conditions could result in the court issuing a warrant or taking other appropriate actions.