Case Synopsis

Case: Arvind Dham vs Directorate of Enforcement, 2026 INSC 12.

Synopsis: The Supreme Court underscores the inviolability of the right to a speedy trial under Article 21, ruling that prolonged incarceration without progress in trial is impermissible even in serious money laundering cases, and economic offences do not constitute a monolithic class for automatic bail denial.

1. Heading of the Judgment

Case Title: Arvind Dham vs Directorate of Enforcement
Citation: 2026 INSC 12
Court: Supreme Court of India
Bench: Justice Sanjay Kumar and Justice Alok Aradhe
Date of Judgment: January 6, 2026
Nature of Proceeding: Criminal Appeal against the denial of regular bail.

2. Related Laws and Sections

• Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA): Section 45 (Offences to be cognizable and non-bailable), Section 50 (Powers of authorities regarding summons, production of documents, etc.).

• Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS): Section 483 (Inherent powers of the High Court).

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