The bail bond amount is determined by a judge based on several factors, including the severity of the alleged offense, the defendant's criminal history, and the perceived risk of flight. For more serious charges, a judge may set a higher bail.
1. Regular Bail. Regular bail refers to a legal mechanism through which a court can order the release of a person in custody on suspicion of committing an offense, with the condition that they do not obstruct the course of justice.
Comparison of the Costs Across Different states in India: Bail amounts and court fees can vary significantly from state to state in India. For example, the bail amount for a non-bailable offense in Delhi can be as high as ₹ 2 lakhs, while in Rajasthan, it can be as low as ₹ 10,000.
Regular Bail is applied for after an arrest, while Anticipatory Bail is applied for in anticipation of arrest. Both types of Bail require a formal application to be filed with the court and a bail bond, which is a monetary deposit made to the court as security.