“The granting of bail, in this context, risks being seen as a continuation of that culture. Not because it is legally flawed, but because it appears disconnected from the gravity of what has occurred. For the families of those who died, the sight of the accused returning to their lives so soon is bound to feel like a dilution of justice. For the public, it reinforces a long-standing suspicion: that consequences, in cases involving influence or money, are often temporary. This perception matters. Justice is not only about eventual conviction or acquittal. It is also about public confidence in the…
