bail

Anticipatory bail in India provides protection against arrest to a person who reasonably apprehends being arrested for a non-bailable offence. Under Section 482 of the BNSS, an application may be made before the Sessions Court or High Court. While deciding the application, courts consider factors such as the nature and seriousness of the allegations, criminal history, possibility of fleeing, need for custodial interrogation, and risk of influencing witnesses. If granted, the applicant must comply with conditions imposed by the court and continue cooperating with the investigation.