M Saravana v. State of Karnataka
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Karnataka High Court, Bengaluru (NC: 2026:KHC:14846; CRL.P No. 3278 of 2026; decision dated 12-03-2026; S Rachiah, J.). Regular bail granted to accused No.3 (M. Saravana, aged 19) in Crime No.662/2025, HAL Police Station, Bengaluru, for offences punishable under Sections 109, 115(2), 351(2), 351(3) and 352 of BNS 2023; petition under Section 439 Cr.PC / Section 483 BNSS following rejection of bail by XIII Addl. City Civil and Sessions Judge, Bengaluru (CRL.MISC No.25043/2026, dismissed 27.01.2026). Key grounds: no exclusive overt-act beyond joint assault alleged against petitioner; young age of accused; bail with conditions — Rs.1,00,000/- personal bond with one surety, fortnightly attendance at HAL police station till final report, no tampering with witnesses, appearance before 29th ACJM Mayohall Court. Keywords: bail, regular bail, BNS 2023 offences, stabbing/knife injury, investigation pending, bail conditions, cancellation liberty.