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Arshdeep Singh v. State of Punjab and Another

Punjab & Haryana HC23 Mar 2021CRM-M/1986/2021

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The High Court allowed a bail petition for the accused in a child sexual offence case pending trial, where investigation was complete, charges framed, and a compromise reached between parties. The petitioner was directed to be released on executing a personal or surety bond.

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Petitioner directed to be released on regular bail on execution of adequate personal/surety bond.

Arshdeep Singh Vs State of Punjab and… — Child Sexual Offences (POCSO) | Punjab & Haryana HC (2021)

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CRM-M No.1986 of 2021 (O&M)

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IN THE HIGH COURT FOR THE STATES OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH

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CRM-M No.1986 of 2021 (O&M) Date of Decision.23.03.2021 (Heard through VC)

Arshdeep Singh

...Petitioner

State of Punjab and another

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...Respondents

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CORAM:HON'BLE MS. JUSTICE JAISHREE THAKUR

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Present: Mr. Nitin Rampal, Advocate for the petitioner.

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Ms. Bhavna Gupta, DAG, Punjab.

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Mr. Baljinder Singh, Advocate for the complainant.

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JAISHREE THAKUR J. (ORAL)

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This is a petition that has been filed for grant of regular bail to the petitioner in FIR No.98 dated 19.09.2020 under Sections 363, 366 IPC (Section 376 IPC and Section 6 of the POCSO Act added later on) registered at Police Station Smalsar, District Moga.

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Counsel for the petitioner herein would contend that the matter has been investigated and the challan stands presented and charges have also been framed on 26.02.2021. It is further contended that a compromise has been arrived at between the parties.

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At this stage, appearance has been caused on behalf of the complainant by Mr. Baljinder Singh, Advocate, who would submit that a compromise has been arrived at between the parties and the complainant would have no objection in case the petitioner herein is granted concession of regular bail.

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PANKAJ KUMAR 2021.03.24 10:24 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document

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CRM-M No.1986 of 2021 (O&M)

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I have heard learned counsel for the parties. Since the investigation is complete and the challan has already been presented and a compromise has been arrived at between the parties, no useful purpose would be served in keeping the petitioner behind bars. The instant petition is allowed and the petitioner is directed to be released on regular bail on execution of adequate personal/ surety bond to the satisfaction of concerned trial Court/Duty Magistrate. However, any observation made herein shall not be construed to be an expression on merits of the case.

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(JAISHREE THAKUR) JUDGE March 23, 2021 Pankaj* Whether speaking/reasoned Yes/No Whether reportable Yes/No

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PANKAJ KUMAR 2021.03.24 10:24 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document

Arshdeep Singh v. State of Punjab and Another

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