2024 (9) TMI 1175 - HC - Money Laundering

Maintainability of application - Seeking permission to place on record the latest Medical Document dated 29.07.2024 - petitioner submits that he does not wish to press this application - HELD THAT - For the reasons and grounds stated in the application, the application is allowed and disposed of. Seeking interim bail during the pendency of the main bail petition on account of his medical condition - HELD THAT - The medical condition of the applicant/petitioner has become precarious. Therefore, the interim bail has been sought on his medical grounds - Issue notice.

Summary

Issues:
1. Application for placing latest Medical Document on record.
2. Extension of interim bail application.
3. Early hearing application for bail petitions.
4. Interim bail application based on medical grounds.

Analysis:
1. The judgment begins with the consideration of an application seeking permission to place the latest Medical Document on record. The respondent's counsel accepts the notice, and the application is allowed, with the Medical Document dated 29.07.2024 being taken on record and the application disposed of.

2. Next, an application for the extension of interim bail is presented. However, the petitioner's Senior Advocate states that they do not wish to press this application. Consequently, the application is dismissed as not pressed.

3. Subsequently, an application for early hearing of a bail petition is discussed. The application is allowed and disposed of based on the reasons and grounds stated in the application.

4. The main focus of the judgment revolves around an application for interim bail due to the petitioner's severe medical condition. The petitioner is reported to be suffering from life-threatening diseases, as evidenced by medical documents. The petitioner was admitted to the hospital with serious symptoms and has been advised oxygen and admission. Initially granted interim bail on different grounds, the petitioner now seeks bail based on the current medical emergency. The respondent's counsel accepts notice and requests time to verify the medical records. The court grants interim bail until the next hearing date, subject to specific conditions such as a personal bond, restrictions on leaving Delhi/NCR, regular reporting to authorities, and compliance with medical procedures and updates.

5. Lastly, another bail application is listed for a future date, with no specific details provided in this judgment.

In conclusion, the judgment addresses various applications related to medical documents, interim bail extensions, early hearing requests, and crucially, an interim bail application based on the petitioner's severe medical condition. The court carefully considers the medical evidence presented and imposes strict conditions for the interim bail, ensuring the petitioner's compliance and accountability during the period granted.