Magistrate/Sessions Court Has No Jurisdiction To Grant Bail To Accused If HC Issues NBW In Appeals Against Acquittal Or Conviction: Allahabad HC [FB]

The Allahabad High Court Full Bench ruled that magistrates and sessions courts do not have the jurisdiction to grant bail in non-bailable warrants (NBWs) appeals concerning acquittals or convictions. The Court clarified the procedural aspects of bail and the jurisdiction of lower courts in relation to appeals against NBWs. The ruling underscores the importance of jurisdictional authority and highlights the limits of court powers in granting bail, ensuring that appeals are handled by the appropriate judicial bodies.