MD Murtaja Alias Murtaja Alam v. the State of Jharkhand
Case brief
What is this about?
In a bail matter arising from an allegation of rape and attempted rape under POCSO and IPC, the High Court of Jharkhand directed the release of the petitioner on bail upon furnishing a bond of Rs. 20,000 with two sureties, noting discrepancies in the victim's statement.
What did the court decide?
Directing the petitioner to be released on bail on furnishing bail bond of Rs. 20,000/- with two sureties of the like amount each.