IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT PATNA Cr.Misc. No.31127 of 2009 MD.IRSAD Versus THE STATE OF BIHAR ----------- 02 14.09.2009 Heard both sides. Petitioner, who is husband, seeks bail in a case instituted under Section 304(B) of the Indian Penal Code. Within a year of marriage the victim was done to death in the matrimonial home. There was allegation of demand of dowry and non-fulfillment thereof, allegation is of torture both mental and physical. Impugned order indicates, that in course of investigation, witnesses have supported the allegation. Charge-sheet appears to have already submitted in the case. Petitioner is in custody since 1.6.2009. Learned counsel referring to different affidavits submits that he was not present at the place of occurrence. Having regard to the materials on record, this Court is not persuaded to admit him on bail. Prayer for bail is accordingly, rejected. Petitioner, may renew prayer for bail, if the trial is not taken up within nine months from the 2 date of receipt/ communication of the order in the court below. P.K. (K.K. Mandal, J.)