Anticipatory bail in cheating FIR granted with strict conditions on investigation, complainant contact, and foreign travel.

Anticipatory bail was granted in connection with an FIR alleging cheating, with the petitioner directed to join the investigation and, if arrested, to be released on bail and surety bonds subject to conditions. The Court restrained contact with the complainant, interference with the investigation, illegal activity, and travel abroad without permission. It also directed that the offered sum be handed over to the complainant in the presence of the investigating officer, without prejudice to the parties' rights.

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Issues: Whether the petitioner was entitled to anticipatory bail.

Analysis: The application sought relief under Section 438 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 in connection with an FIR alleging cheating. The Court directed the petitioner to join the investigation and, in the event of arrest, ordered release on anticipatory bail on furnishing bail and surety bonds, subject to conditions restraining contact with the complainant, interference with the investigation, illegal activity, and travel abroad without permission. The offered sum was also directed to be handed over to the complainant in the presence of the investigating officer without prejudice to the parties' rights.

Conclusion: Anticipatory bail was granted in favour of the petitioner.

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