Introduction
Interim bail is a temporary release of a person by the court before their trial or final judgment. It is granted for a specified period and subject to conditions set by the court.
Process of Interim Bail
Interim bail can be applied for by submitting a petition to the court stating the reasons for seeking bail. The court then examines the petition and may grant interim bail if it deems fit.
Conditions of Interim Bail
- Regular reporting to the police
- Surrendering passport
- Restriction on travel
- Submitting a personal bond
Examples
Interim bail was granted to a high-profile businessman accused of financial fraud to attend to his ailing mother. In another case, a political leader was given interim bail to campaign for an upcoming election.
Case Studies
In a recent case, an actor was granted interim bail to complete pending film projects before serving his sentence for a hit-and-run case. The court imposed strict conditions, including a ban on overseas travel.
Statistics
According to a report, the number of interim bail applications has been on the rise in recent years due to the backlog of cases in the judicial system. However, only a small percentage of applications are granted.
