In Brief
Five accused persons sought bail in a case registered under IPC Sections 302, 115, and 120-B for alleged criminal conspiracy to commit murder. The trial court found that no murder was actually committed and the amount allegedly given for conspiracy was returned. Despite the accused having significant criminal histories and some prior convictions, the Supreme Court granted bail, holding that where the principal offence did not occur, the lengthy trial period and completion of investigation justified release. Each accused was released on personal and sureties' bonds pending trial completion.
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