Inside Delhi High Court’s Amended Bail Application Rules

The Delhi Government has notified revised rules for bail applications under the Delhi High Court Rules & Orders (Vol. V, Chapter I, Part A(b), Rule 5) — effective 6th October 2025 — making it mandatory for every applicant to disclose prior criminal case involvement, including past bail applications before the High Court or the Supreme Court.

This major amendment aims to bring transparency, accountability, and integrity in the criminal justice system.

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Every bail application must disclose details of previous criminal cases and their current status.

Disclosure of all previous bail applications (if filed earlier) is now compulsory.

Incomplete applications will no longer be returned; instead, they will be placed before the Bench for adjudication after necessary corrections.

???? Expert View: Dr. Anthony Raju, Advocate Supreme Court of India

> “This is a progressive and much-needed reform by the Delhi High Court. It strengthens judicial transparency and curbs the misuse of bail procedures. In sensitive cases like POCSO, sexual offences, and economic crimes, such disclosure ensures that habitual offenders or serial applicants do not exploit procedural gaps.

The move upholds the sanctity of justice while protecting the rights of genuine applicants seeking liberty. It is indeed a milestone toward ethical legal practice and responsible advocacy.”

— Dr. Anthony Raju, Advocate – Supreme Court of India

Chairman, All India Council of Human Rights, Liberties & Social Justice

Leading Expert in Criminal Law & POCSO Cases

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