2018 (8) TMI 2168 - HC - Indian Laws

Revision application - Seeking release on regular bail - dishonour of cheque - HELD THAT - The Court suspended the sentence pending hearing and final disposal of the revision application subject to the condition that the applicants deposit 25% of the cheque dishonour amount within three months. Bail was allowed on execution of fresh bonds of Rs.15, 000 each with one surety of like amount with conditions that the applicants proceed with the revision application surrender their passports and not leave India without prior permission. The order reflects a balancing of interests ensuring compliance and presence during the revision while granting interim relief.

Summary

The Gujarat High Court, through HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE R.P. DHOLARIA, granted bail in a revision application challenging the conviction and sentence imposed by the Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate, Ahmedabad (dated 03.04.2017) and confirmed by the Additional Sessions Judge (order dated 26.07.2018). The Court "suspended" the sentence "pending hearing and final disposal" of the revision application, subject to the condition that the applicants deposit 25% of the cheque dishonour amount within three months. Bail was allowed on execution of fresh bonds of Rs.15,000 each with one surety of like amount, with conditions that the applicants proceed with the revision application, surrender their passports, and not leave India without prior permission. The order reflects a balancing of interests, ensuring compliance and presence during the revision while granting interim relief.