While Imposing Conditions For Bail, Trial Court Cannot Direct Accused To Apply For Passport, Obtain It & Then Surrender It: Bombay High Court

The High Court of Bombay at Goa has quashed a bail condition that required the accused, Zakaulla Khazi, to deposit his passport as a condition for his release on bail. The court ruled that the trial court had exceeded its powers by imposing such a condition, especially since Mr. Khazi had never applied for a passport and did not possess one. Case Details: Petitioner: Zakaulla Khazi Respondent: State of Goa…