Can a delayed chargesheet get an accused bail? Kerala high court explains in drug case

 The Kerala High Court made headlines by ruling that late e-filing of police reports—specifically after the 5 pm cutoff—gives accused parties a right to statutory bail. Justice Kauser Edappagath set free two individuals detained for drug possession, reiterating that the enforcement of filing deadlines is vital to maintaining fairness and protecting the rights of those in the legal system. The Kerala High Court made headlines by ruling that late e-filing of police reports—specifically after the 5 pm cutoff—gives accused parties a right to statutory bail. Justice Kauser Edappagath set free two individuals detained for drug possession, reiterating that the enforcement of filing deadlines is vital to maintaining fairness and protecting the rights of those in the legal system.