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8 paragraphs · 339 wordsAnil Verma, J
This is the first application filed by the applicant for grant of regular bail under section 439 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 relating to FIR No433/2023 registered at P.S-Bhanpura, District- Mandsaur for the offence under section 34(2) of M.P. Excise Act.
2/ As per prosecution story, the applicant was found in possession of 144 quarters of country made liquor in total 80 bulk liters without having any valid licence. Accordingly, the aforementioned offence was registered and he was arrested.
3/ Learned counsel for the applicant contended that applicant is innocent and has been falsely implicated in this offence. Applicant is in custody since 21/10/2023. He is permanent resident of District- Mandsaur There is no apprehension of his fleeing away from the court of justice. Final conclusion of trial shall take sufficient long time. Hence, he prays that the applicant be released on bail.
4/ Per-contra, learned counsel for respondent – State opposes the bail application and prays for its rejection by stating that four criminal antecedent have been found against the applicant.
5/ Perused the impugned order of the trial Court as well as the case dairy. 6/ Considering all the facts and circumstances of the case, arguments advanced by both the parties, nature of allegation as also taking note of the fact that the applicant is in custody since 21/10/2023 and final conclusion of trial shall take sufficient long time, in view of the evidence available on record, I deem it proper to release the accused / applicant on bail.
7/ Accordingly, without commenting on the merits of the case, the application is allowed. It is directed that the applicant be released on bail on his furnishing personal bond in the sum of Rs. 70,000/- (Rs. Seventy Thousand only) with one solvent surety in the like amount to the satisfaction of the trial Court for his appearance before the trial Court, as and when required.
8/ He shall abide by all the conditions enumerated u/S. 437(3) Cr.P.C., Certified copy, as per Rules.