Venkatesh v. State of Karnataka by
Case brief
What is this about?
Karnataka High Court common order dated 17.03.2025 (S Vishwajith Shetty, J.) allowing regular bail to two accused (Nos. 4 and 5) in a Davanagere murder/unlawful assembly case (S.C.No.175/2023; Crime No.46/2023, Nyamathi PS; IPC 120B, 143, 147, 148, 149, 201, 302, 307, 324, 326, 212). Alleged role limited to assault on injured witness Madhu causing simple injuries, not on the deceased. Grounds: over two years custody since arrest on 16.03.2023, charge unframed, 131 witnesses cited, co-accused 7-12 and 14-19 already on bail, prior bail rejection by Trial Court on 05.11.2024. Conditions: Rs.1,00,000/- personal bond each with two sureties, regular attendance, no witness tampering, no similar offences, no leaving Trial Court jurisdiction.
What did the court decide?
Both petitions allowed; petitioners (accused Nos. 4 and 5) directed to be enlarged on regular bail in Crime No.46/2023, Nyamathi Police Station, Davanagere, subject to conditions: (a) personal bond of Rs.1,00,000/- each with two sureties each for the likesum; (b) regular appearance before the Trial Court unless exempted; (c) not to threaten or tamper with prosecution witnesses directly or indirectly; (d) not to involve in similar offences; (e) not to leave the Trial Court's jurisdiction without permission until disposal of the case.