SHANKARLAL BHIMAJI PATEL vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA Advocate - Assistant Public Prosecutor — 7/2026

Court Decision Summary The court allowed the application and granted interim custody of a seized Mahindra Bolero truck to the registered owner, Shankarlal Bhimaji Patel, who is not an accused in the case. The court found that the applicant had established prima-facie ownership through RC book, driving license, insurance, and Aadhar card, and that the vehicle could deteriorate in police custody. The release was granted subject to the applicant executing an indemnity bond of ₹8 lakhs, furnishing ₹15,000 surety, and agreeing not to alter, transfer, or dispose of the vehicle until case conclusion. This case analysis is maintained by casestatus.in based on publicly available court records.