Section 493 of BNSS : Section 493: Procedure in case of insolvency of death of surety or when bond is forfeited.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Rajesh was arrested for a non-violent crime and was granted bail by the court. His friend, Suresh, agreed to be his surety and signed a bail bond for Rs. 50,000. Unfortunately, a few months later, Suresh's business went bankrupt, and he was declared insolvent. According to Section 493 of The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, the court that granted Rajesh's bail can now order Rajesh to find a new surety who can provide fresh security of Rs. 50,000. If Rajesh fails to find a new surety, the court may treat it as a default on the original bail order and take appropriate action, which could include revoking Rajesh's bail and taking him back into custody.

Example 2:

Priya was granted bail in a theft case, and her uncle, Mr. Sharma, stood as...

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