The Bad Placeundefined | Delhi court grants bail to 'conman' Sukesh Chandrashekhar; cites right to speedy trial
A Delhi court on Tuesday granted bail to alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar in a money‑laundering case linked to the AIADMK’s “two leaves” election symbol. Special Judge Vishal Gogne ordered his release on a personal bond and a surety bond of Rs 5 lakh each, while noting that Chandrashekhar will remain in custody for other pending cases.
In his verdict, the judge stressed that personal liberty is a fundamental constitutional right that cannot be curtailed disproportionately, even in economic‑offence cases. He observed that the Prevention of Money‑Laundering Act (PMLA) should not be wielded to deny an accused the right to bail, especially when the accused has already secured bail in most of the other cases against him. The court also highlighted that prolonged pre‑trial detention without trial violates the principle of speedy justice.
The judge further pointed out that the predicate offence and the PMLA proceedings have been effectively stayed for years, resulting in Chandrashekhar’s extended incarceration without trial. Consequently, the court concluded that continuing his detention in this particular matter would amount to excessive and unjustified detention, compelling the court to grant bail while the other cases proceed separately.
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