B.Mubarak v. State Rep by
Case brief
What is this about?
Petitioner sought anticipatory bail under Section 438 Cr.P.C. apprehending arrest for alleged IPC 420 offence. Court directed police to complete inquiry within four weeks without arresting petitioner if no prima facie case is found, before expedited closure of the petition.
What did the court decide?
Respondent police to complete inquiry within four weeks; no arrest to be made pending outcome; if prima facie case, register FIR or close inquiry.