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Can a delayed chargesheet get an accused bail? Kerala high court explains in drug case

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Can a delayed chargesheet get an accused bail? Kerala high court explains in drug case
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The Kerala High Court ruled that electronic filing of a chargesheet after 5:00 PM on the final day of the investigation period constitutes a delay, granting the accused the right to statutory default bail. The court emphasized that default bail is a fundamental right tied to Article 21 of the Constitution.

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This ruling clarifies the legal implications of digital filing deadlines in criminal proceedings and reinforces the protection of accused individuals' rights.

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