HC release accused under GST on Bail due to COVID-19

Mitha Ram Vs State of Punjab (Punjab and Haryana High Court) Learned counsel however submits that out of 29 witnesses, only 01 witness has been examined till date. Learned counsel for the petitioner then submits that because of the present COVID-19 situation and also the fact that trial is likely to take some time, detention of the petitioner in jail is dangerous to his life. Therefore, petitioner is entitled for regular bail. In view of the peculiar facts as noticed above, considering the existing situation due to COVID-19 and the fact that trial is likely to take some time, this Court deems ...