The Supreme Court has reiterated that it is not mandatory for an accused to first approach the Sessions Court before moving the High Court for anticipatory bail. Setting aside two orders passed by the Allahabad High Court, the apex court observed that the High Court failed to apply its mind on whether the cases warranted
Not Necessary for Accused to Approach the Sessions Court in the First Instance, as a Rule, Before Approaching the HC Seeking Anticipatory Bail: SC
