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Babulal Qazi Vs Union Of India (Rajasthan High Court)
In a significant legal development, the Rajasthan High Court has granted bail to Babulal Qazi in connection with a case registered under the Custom Act, 1962. The bail application filed under Section 439 of the Criminal Procedure Code sought relief for Babulal Qazi, who had been in custody since a considerable duration.
Context of the Case: The bail application was filed in connection with Case No. VIII(48)AP/19/2022, initiated by the Custom Department, Jaipur. The charges leveled against Babulal Qazi pertained to Sections 132 and 135(1)(A)(B) & (1)(C)&(1) of the Custom Act, 1962. The gravity of the allegations underscored the complexities involved in the case, necessitating careful judicial consideration.
Defense Arguments: The defense, represented by learned counsel for the petitioner, vehemently contended that Babulal Qazi had been wrongly implicated in the case. It was asserted that the petitioner had been languishing in custody for a prolonged period, with a chargesheet already filed against him. The defense emphasized the potential delays in concluding the trial, underscoring the need for bail to secure Babulal Qazi’s liberty.
Prosecution’s Opposition: In opposition to the bail application, the learned Special Public Prosecutor presented arguments challenging the grant of bail to Babulal Qazi. While the specifics of the opposition weren’t detailed, it can be inferred that the prosecution sought to establish the seriousness of the charges and the potential risk posed by the accused.
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