Cancellation of bail under section 497 (5) crpc.
Cancellation of bail Title: Understanding the Cancellation of Bail under Section 497(5) of the Criminal Procedure Code in Pakistan Introduction: Section 497(5) of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) in Pakistan empowers the courts to cancel bail granted to an accused under certain circumstances. Bail is a legal provision that allows a person accused of a crime to be released from custody while awaiting trial. However, the cancellation of bail is a serious matter and is only done under specific conditions outlined in the law. Grounds for Bail Cancellation under Section 497(5) CrPC: 1. **Violation of Bail Conditions:** If the accused violates the terms and conditions set by the court when granting bail, such as non-compliance with travel restrictions or failure to attend court hearings, the court may consider canceling the bail. 2. **Interference with Witnesses or Evidence:** Courts may cancel bail if there is evidence that the accused has attempted to influence or intimidate witne