Tofan Barik v. State of Odisha
Case brief
What is this about?
Single judge allowed bail to accused in rape/sexual assault case under POCSO Act and BNS, emphasizing presumption of innocence despite gravity of charges.
What did the court decide?
Petitioner allowed to go on bail on furnishing bond of Rs.25,000 with one solvent surety on specific conditions regarding threats to victim.
What the court decided
Issues for consideration
1 issue framed by the court
Whether the petitioner should be admitted to bail in a rape and aggravated penetrative sexual assault case under the POCSO Act involving dowry allegations.
Parties & counsel
- petitioner
Tofan Barik
- respondent
State of Odisha
Coram
G. Satapathy
Case details
As recorded by the court registry
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