Islam Aslam Khan v. State of Maharashtra
Case brief
What is this about?
Bail application disposed of as withdrawn; no merits decision. Speedy-trial direction: trial to be concluded preferably within 6 months. Applicant in custody since 27 April 2023. Charges not framed; co-accused on bail absconding, bailable warrant issued. Prosecution to examine 7-8 of 10 listed witnesses. Islam Aslam Khan v. State of Maharashtra, Bombay High Court, Dr. Neela Gokhale, J., 6 November
What did the court decide?
No bail relief granted; application permitted to be withdrawn. Trial Court directed to expedite the trial and preferably conclude it within 6 months from the date the order is placed before it.