Principle

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE — Bail — Grant of Bail Pending Trial — Discretion of Trial Court — Criteria for Exercise

Area of law: CRIMINAL PROCEDURE

Bail is a constitutional right, but it is not absolute. The court's discretion must be guided by a holistic assessment of the circumstances. No single criterion is decisive; the court must weigh all factors. The primary purpose of bail is to ensure the accused's attendance…

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