G.Sambasivam, Aged 50 Years v. State Represented By

Crl.M.P.No.8011 of 2016 in Crl.A.No.586 of 2016 R.SUBBIAH, J The present petition has been filed by the petitioner / A.8 to suspend the sentence imposed by the learned VIII Additional Judge, CBI Special Court, Chennai, in C.C.No.1 of 2000 dated 2.7.2016 and to enlarge him on bail pending appeal.

2. The trial Court convicted and sentenced the petitioner / A.8 as detailed below:- Conviction Sentence (i) Section 120B I.P.C.

(i) Two years rigorous imprisonment and fine of Rs.10,000/-, in default, to undergo six months simple imprisonment.

(ii) Section 420 I.P.C.

(ii) Two years rigorous imprisonment and fine of Rs.10,000/-, in default, to undergo six months simple imprisonment.

3. Learned counsel appearing for the petitioner submitted that there are several infirmities and inconsistencies found in the prosecution case and there are contradictions in the material particulars between the evidence of the prosecution witnesses. Further, he has submitted that the fine amount was already paid and the trial Court has suspended the sentence imposed on the petitioner. Thus, he prays for suspension of sentence and to release the petitioner on bail.

4. I have heard the learned Special Public Prosecutor for CBI Cases also.

5. Considering the facts and circumstances of the case and in view of the fact that there are arguable points involved in the appeal as contended by learned counsel for the petitioner and further the appeal is not likely to be taken up for final hearing in the near future, this Court is of the considered view that the petitioner is entitled to the relief of suspension of sentence.

6. Accordingly, the substantive sentence of imprisonment alone is suspended and the petitioner is directed to be enlarged on bail

on his executing a bond for a sum of Rs.10,000/- (Rupees ten thousand only) with two sureties each for a like sum to the satisfaction of the learned VIII Additional Judge, CBI Special Court, Chennai, and on further condition that the petitioner shall appear before the said Court once in three months, on the first working day at 10.30 a.m. until further orders.

01.08.2016 sbi

R.SUBBIAH, J sbi Crl.M.P.No.8011 of 2016 in Crl.A.No.586 of 2016 DATED: 1.8.2016