Criminal Law Published & Fact-Checked 27 Aug 2026

When should I apply for Anticipatory Bail (Section 482 BNSS / 438 CrPC)?

Verified Legal Answer • Reviewed by Hire Your Vakeel Legal Panel (Updated for 2026 / BNS & BNSS)

Apply for Anticipatory Bail before the Sessions Court or High Court as soon as you have reasonable apprehension of arrest in a non-bailable offence, even before an FIR is officially registered or during preliminary police enquiry.

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