How did the Supreme Court address the issue of 'serious charges' raised by states in opposing bail applications
Analyze the Supreme Court's stance on the justification provided by states to withhold bail based on the severity of charges.
The Supreme Court addressed the issue of 'serious charges' raised by states in opposing bail applications by adopting the following stances:
- The severity of charges alone is not a sufficient justification to deny bail.
- The court emphasized the principle of 'innocent until proven guilty' and the right to liberty as fundamental.
- It highlighted the need for a balanced approach, considering factors like the likelihood of the accused fleeing or tampering with evidence.
- The court stressed that bail should not be used as a form of punishment before the trial concludes.
- States must provide concrete reasons backed by evidence to withhold bail, beyond merely citing the seriousness of charges.
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