Accused files bail plea in Saif Ali Khan stabbing caseIn his bail plea filed on Friday through advocate Vipul Dushing, the accused asserted he was innocent and that he had no prior criminal record.His plea stated that the investigation into the incident had practically concluded, with only filing of chargesheet remaining. It also said critical evidence, including CCTV footage and call records, was already with the prosecution.Islam poses no threat of tampering with evidence or influencing witnesses, the plea further contended.”The present FIR is nothing but an imaginary story of the complainant. Therefore, he prays for bail,” the plea said.The application also raised concerns about the legality of the arrest, citing disregard for section 47 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). As per the provision, the arrested person should be informed of the grounds of his arrest and of right to bail.
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