Ruled in favour of Periyannan and Kadalraj (Petitioners / Accused Nos.1 and 2)
In Short
Two men were arrested for allegedly possessing and selling illegal drugs to school students and spent a month in jail awaiting trial. The High Court reviewed their case and decided to grant them bail with strict rules because the amount of drugs seized was small. This means they can step out of jail while the legal process continues.
The Parties
Party A: Periyannan and Kadalraj
Party B: State of Tamil Nadu represented by the Inspector of Police, Veeracholan Police Station, Virudhunagar District
Advocates & Judges
For Party A: Learned Advocate Mr. Vijayendiran V
For Party B: Learned Advocate Mr. T. Lenin Kumar
Judge(s): Hon'ble Justice K. Murali Shankar
What the Case Was About
Police arrested two men after finding them in possession of sixty grams of ganja, which they allegedly planned to sell to school students. Because of this arrest, the men were sent to judicial custody. They filed a petition in the High Court asking to be released on bail so they could get out of jail while waiting for the official trial to begin.
Judgment Date
30-10-2026
The Outcome
The court ruled in favour of the petitioners and ordered them to be released on bail after following specific security and reporting rules.
What the Court Looked At
- The court noted that the petitioners had been kept in judicial custody since September 30, 2026.
- The judges observed that the seized contraband was a small quantity.
- The court found that even though the petitioners had previous police cases against them, those past cases were not for similar drug offenses.
- The prosecution argued that sixty grams of ganja was recovered from the accused and mentioned their past history.
What This Means For You
Getting caught with illegal substances, even in small amounts, can immediately land you behind bars and disrupt your life entirely. In this case, the accused managed to get bail because the drug quantity was small and their past cases did not involve similar drug crimes, but they still had to arrange heavy sureties and report to the police station every single day. If you find yourself tangled in a sudden drug accusation, facing imprisonment, and unsure how to navigate the complicated legal system, Setback Solutions can help you understand your options and coordinate your next steps without any stress.
You Still Have Options
If you are facing a false FIR, stuck behind bars, or wondering what to do after an unexpected arrest, it can feel like your entire world is crashing down. Remember that this is not the end of the road, and you can still explore second opinions, seek guidance, or evaluate your legal strategy to protect your future. You can reach out to Setback Solutions for plain-language help and coordination to figure out what choices are available to you. Please note that Setback Solutions is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or guarantee any specific court outcome.