(1.) This is the second application for anticipatory bail filed under Sec. 438 of the Code of Criminal Procedure by the second accused in crime No.1522/2022 of Chadayamangalam police station where the prosecution alleges commission of offence punishable under Ss. 406, 420 and 34 of Indian Penal Code and Sec. 3,4,5,21(3),22,23 of Buds Act .
(2.) The petitioner had filed an earlier bail application vide B.A. No.1849/2023. This Court dismissed the same as per common order dtd. 16/3/2023 and the order is as under:
(3.) The learned Public Prosecutor zealously opposed the bail highlighting the seriousness of the offence.