Bank Employee in Custody: Full Salary During Suspension?

Imagine being a dedicated banking professional suddenly finding yourself in custody due to criminal charges. Your employer places you under suspension. The burning question arises: A Banking Personal will Not Get Full Salary of his Suspension Period as he is in Custody for Committing Crime. Is this true? In this post, we dive deep into Indian service laws, court judgments, and regulations to clarify your rights during such periods. While this provides general insights, consult a legal expert for personalized advice.

Suspension due to custody is a common scenario in banking and government services, governed by specific rules like the Bihar Service Code, Fundamental Rules (FR), and bank-specific regulations. Generally, employees are not entitled to full salary unless the suspension is deemed wholly unjustified. Let's break it down.

Understanding Suspension Due to Criminal Custody

When a banking employee is detained on criminal charges, suspension often becomes automatic or deemed suspension. For instance, Rule 99 of the Bihar Service Code states that an employee is considered under suspension from the date of detention. [