Bail OK in PMLA cases if accused in custody for long without trial: SC

A Supreme Court bench clarified there is no inconsistency in rulings about bail conditions in PMLA cases. The clarification noted the issue of prolonged incarceration was not addressed in the earlier verdict. This clarification came after another verdict highlighted that twin conditions under PMLA must be met for granting bail, reinforcing a rigorous approach to money laundering cases.

​A Supreme Court bench clarified there is no inconsistency in rulings about bail conditions in PMLA cases. The clarification noted the issue of prolonged incarceration was not addressed in the earlier verdict. This clarification came after another verdict highlighted that twin conditions under PMLA must be met for granting bail, reinforcing a rigorous approach to money laundering cases.