In a recent judgment, the Gujarat High Court granted anticipatory bail in a case related to FIR No.11191020230707 of 2023 at Vastrapur Police Station. The case involved offenses under Section 323 of the Indian Penal Code and sections 3(1)(r), 3(1)(s), 3(2)(va) of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. The Court considered the arguments presented by the appellant’s advocate, highlighting the lack of prima facie evidence, absence of CCTV footage, and the delayed registration of the FIR. Stay tuned for more updates! #LegalJustice #AnticipatoryBail #SCSTAct #GujaratHighCourt
Decision
- Appellant has appealed for anticipatory bail under Section 14A of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989.
- Appellant seeks release in case of arrest related to FIR No.11191020230707 of 2023 at Vastrapur Police Station, District: Ahmedabad.
- Offences mentioned in the FIR include Section 323 of Indian Penal Code and sections 3(1)(r), 3(1)(s), 3(2)(va) of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989.
- Appellant’s advocate argues that no prima facie case is made out against the appellant based on FIR contents.
- No CCTV footage was obtained by the investigating agency, and the complainant is described as having criminal background.
- Delay of four months in registering the FIR is highlighted by the appellant’s advocate.
- Considering the allegations and appellant’s role, advocate requests for anticipatory bail with suitable conditions.
Case Title: SAGAR BALUBHAI HIRPARA Vs. STATE OF GUJARAT
Case Number: R/CR.A/964/2024
