Supreme Court’s Approach to Bail Under the New Criminal Laws: Key Takeaways for Accused Persons

India’s criminal justice system has undergone a significant transformation with the introduction of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS) and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA). These laws have replaced the Indian Penal Code, 1860, the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 and the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, respectively, […]
Bail: Understanding Bail Laws in India and the Importance of Legal Representation

Bail is one of the most fundamental rights available to an accused person under the Indian criminal justice system. It serves as a legal mechanism that allows an individual who has been arrested to secure temporary release from custody while ensuring their presence during the investigation and trial. The concept of bail is based on […]