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Regular Bail (Section 437 & 439 CrPC / Section 480 & 483 BNSS)

Criminal Procedure & Jurisprudence Terms

Definition

The post-arrest release of an accused person from judicial custody upon the execution of personal bonds and solvent sureties, subject to conditions ensuring their presence at trial.

Example

An accused arrested for rioting files a bail application before the Sessions Court at Prayagraj; the judge grants regular bail on condition that the accused surrenders their passport and marks attendance at the police station weekly.