High time HCs, trial courts recognise principle of 'bail is rule & jail exception': SC

The Supreme Court underscored the principle that bail should be the norm, not jail, criticizing lower courts for their cautious stance. Granting bail to AAP's Manish Sisodia, awaiting trial for 17 months in Delhi excise policy cases, the apex court highlighted his fundamental right to liberty amidst protracted judicial processes with extensive documentation and witnesses.