'Prolonged Detention Can Harm Undertrial’s Mental Health, Increase Drug Abuse Risk': Bail Granted To Murder Accused After 9 Years In Jail: Bombay High Court
Mumbai, 14th February 2025: In a significant ruling, the Honorable Bombay High Court granted bail to an accused who had been in pre-trial detention for an extensive period of 9 years and 25 days. This case involved a detailed discussion about the negative psychological effects of prolonged incarceration and the constitutional right to a speedy trial under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The court emphasized that long periods…