Regular bail pending trial granted after long custody and completion of further investigation requirements.

Regular bail pending trial under Section 439 CrPC was granted because the petitioner had remained in custody since 10.12.2022 and was no longer required for further investigation. Without expressing any view on the merits of the criminal case, the Court found no reason to decline bail and held the petitioner entitled to release pending trial.

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Issues: Whether the petitioner was entitled to bail pending trial under Section 439 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.

Analysis: The petition was for regular bail in a criminal case. The Court noted the petitioner's custody since 10.12.2022 and recorded that he was not required for further investigation. Without expressing any opinion on the merits, the Court found no reason to decline bail.

Conclusion: The petitioner was held entitled to bail pending trial.

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