How many types of bail are there in India?

In India, there are primarily four types of bail that are provided for under the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) 1973:

1. Regular bail: This is the most common type of bail, which can be granted by a court if the accused is not considered a flight risk or a danger to the community.

2. Anticipatory bail: This type of bail can be granted by a court to a person who has reason to believe that they may be arrested for a non-bailable offense.

3. Police bail: This type of bail can be granted by the police at the time of arrest if the accused is not considered a flight risk or a danger to the community.

4. Default bail: Default bail, as the term indicates, is granted on the default of the police or investigating agency to file its report/complaint within a specific prescribed period of time. The same shall be dealt with in detail in this explainer.

It is worth noting that bail laws are complex and can be interpreted in different ways. There may be other types of bail that may be available in specific circumstances, such as a transit bail which is granted when an accused person who is arrested in one state, has to be produced in another state for trial. It is advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified lawyer to understand how the laws related to bail apply to your specific situation and the best course of action.