Summary
- The Supreme Court has ruled that the investigation of a crime is exclusively within the police's domain, and courts cannot dictate its cessation except in exceptional circumstances.
- This decision overturned a Bombay High Court ruling that granted default bail to accused in a UAPA case, affirming an extension for the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad to complete its investigation.
- The Court emphasized that the right to default bail arises only when the investigating agency fails to complete its investigation within the prescribed time, and noted ongoing investigative work was still required.
- This ruling underscores the balance between individual liberty and the police's statutory powers, potentially impacting future cases involving extended investigations under UAPA.
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