Regular Bail Supreme Court

The Supreme Court can grant regular or anticipatory bail even after the High Court has rejected it, usually when approached through an SLP under Article 136 of the Constitution. However, bail is not automatic. The Court considers factors such as length of custody, completion of investigation, filing of the chargesheet, trial delay, cooperation of the accused, risk of witness interference, and errors in the High Court’s reasoning. A strong challenge should explain specifically why the High Court’s refusal requires Supreme Court intervention.