Nirmala Devi v. The State of Bihar
Case brief
What is this about?
The Patna High Court granted bail to the petitioner, a woman in judicial custody accused under the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act. The court, noting her lack of antecedents and the joint ownership of the seized property, ordered her release subject to conditions including bond security and appearances before the trial court.
What did the court decide?
Petitioner released on bail upon furnishing a bond of Rs. 10,000/- and two sureties, subject to four conditions regarding surrender, witness tampering, and future conduct.