https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=36410 Anticipatory bail may be refused when prima facie corruption allegations against a public servant are credible, because the presumption of innocence is not the sole consideration; courts must balance individual liberty against public justice. Under the Prevention of Corruption framework, mere demand, solicitation, or attempt to obtain gratification, including via intermediaries, can constitute offences and criminal misconduct. Anticipatory bail is exceptional and granted only where allegations are demonstrably false, politically motivated, or frivolous; regular bail applications must be assessed separately on their own merits. en-us Thu, 06 Mar 2025 19:16:03 +0530 Thu, 06 Mar 2025 19:16:03 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=36410 Anticipatory bail may be refused when prima facie corruption allegations against a public servant are credible, because the presumption of innocence is not the sole consideration; courts must balance individual liberty against public justice. Under the Prevention of Corruption framework, mere demand, solicitation, or attempt to obtain gratification, including via intermediaries, can constitute offences and criminal misconduct. Anticipatory bail is exceptional and granted only where allegations are demonstrably false, politically motivated, or frivolous; regular bail applications must be assessed separately on their own merits. News - Thu, 06 Mar 2025 19:16:03 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=36410