State Of Maharashtra vs Laxman Balaji Surwase — 643/2024

The court dismissed the prosecution case against Laxman Balaji Surwase under Section 65(a)(e) of the Maharashtra Prohibition Act by invoking Section 258 CrPC, finding the prosecution had failed to take further steps, secure witness presence despite multiple opportunities, and keep the accused present over more than a year. The accused was released, seized evidence to be disposed after the appeal period, and bail bonds discharged. This case analysis is maintained by casestatus.in based on publicly available court records.