Section 480 BNSS

Bail in Circumstantial Evidence Cases: Supreme Court Guide

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Bail in circumstantial evidence cases – a broken chain of evidence before the scales of justice

Can courts grant bail when the prosecution’s case rests on circumstantial evidence? This guide explains how judges weigh Section 27 recovery, witness omissions and the Sharad Sarda test. It also covers bail under Sections 480 and 483 BNSS and the right to a speedy trial under Article 21.

Notice u/ Section 35(3) BNSS: New Safeguards Against Arrest

Section 35(3) BNSS notice of appearance safeguard against arrest under new criminal law

Section 35(3) BNSS introduces a modern safeguard against unnecessary arrest by requiring police to issue a notice of appearance when custody is not needed. This article explains the legal rights, procedural protections, key Supreme Court rulings, and the practical steps you must follow after receiving such a notice, along with remedies against misuse.