IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT PATNA Cr.Misc. No.16630 of 2008 MD.RUSTAM ALI @ RUSTAM ALI Versus STATE OF BIHAR ----------- 2 16-05-2008 Heard learned counsel for the petitioner and also learned APP on behalf of the State. The petitioner is an accused in a case u/ss 498A of the Indian Penal Code and ¾ of Dowry Prohibition Act. The petitioner is husband of the victim lady. The marriage was performed on 19.6.06. The present occurrence took place on 3.7.07. The allegation is that for fulfillment of dowry demand the petitioner also assaulted his wife. Learned counsel submitted that petitioner is in custody since 7.1.08. He is still ready to keep his wife with full honour and dignity. Considering the allegation this court, at this stage, is not inclined to release the petitioner on bail. The prayer is refused. The petitioner, however, may renew his prayer for bail after four months. BKS/ (M. Saran,J.)