IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT PATNA Cr.Misc. No.39352 of 2010 BINOD JHA Versus STATE OF BIHAR ----------- 3 16.03.2011 Heard learned counsel for the petitioner and learned counsel for the State. Petitioner is husband alleged for killing his wife by setting her on fire for demand of dowry for which she was tortured soon before the death in matrimonial house. Submission is that marriage is beyond 7 years rather 12 years ago, continuation of demand for such a long period is not probable, matter was thoroughly investigated by the I.O. Son of the deceased was examined, stated about accidental fire, final form was submitted exonerating petitioner from any liability. Admittedly, she(deceased) was taken to hospital and according to the petitioner, in course of treatment she died. Considering the facts and circumstances of the case, prayer of the petitioners are allowed. In the event of arrest or surrender within one month from the date of receipt/production of a copy of this order in connection with Protest Petition bearing No. C-1/1274/09, above named petitioner shall be released on bail on furnishing bail bond of Rs. 10,000/- (ten thousand) with two sureties of the like amount each to the satisfaction of the learned S.D.J.M., Sadar, Sitamarhi, subject to the conditions as laid down under Section 438(2) of Cr.P.C. Bhardwaj (Mandhata Singh, J.)