Santhosh @ Diwakara v. State of Karnataka
Case brief
What is this about?
Regular bail petition by an accused who had earlier failed to appear despite an undertaking, was arrested, and remained in judicial custody. Noting that co-accused similarly placed were granted bail and investigation was complete, the court allowed the petition and enlarged the petitioner on bail subject to conditions including furnishing bonds, attending trial, and not tampering with evidence or
What did the court decide?
Petitioner enlarged on bail subject to executing personal bond with sureties and conditions to attend trial, not tamper with evidence, and not leave jurisdiction without permission.