Mallikarjun @ Mallappa v. the State and Anr.
Case brief
What is this about?
Habeas corpus writ petition concerning a girl who went missing after leaving home to attend a function; police investigation traced her to Bengaluru where she stated she had married the respondent and left willingly. Holding she was a major acting voluntarily, the High Court allowed the petition with directions including her personal appearance.
What did the court decide?
Petition allowed; respondents directed to appear with the girl, furnish personal bond of Rs.1,00,000, not tamper with witnesses, and remain in jurisdiction pending further orders.