Transit anticipatory bail granted with conditions, including cooperation, witness protection, travel restriction, and time-bound relief.

Transit anticipatory bail was considered under Section 438 CrPC where the applicant apprehended arrest in connection with a registered crime. The Court granted interim protection from arrest and directed release on execution of a personal bond and surety, subject to cooperation with the investigation, non-interference with witnesses, and a restriction on travel abroad. The protection was expressly time-bound and operated for 60 days.

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Issues: Whether the applicant was entitled to transit anticipatory bail.

Analysis: The application was moved under Section 438 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 on the ground that the applicant apprehended arrest in connection with the registered crime. The Court accepted the request and granted interim protection from arrest, directing release on execution of a personal bond and surety and imposing conditions of cooperation, non-interference with witnesses, and restriction on travel abroad. The protection was made time-bound for 60 days.

Conclusion: Transit anticipatory bail was granted in favour of the applicant, subject to the stated conditions for a period of 60 days.

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