New Delhi, Oct. 30 -- A Delhi court has directed the release of alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar in a corruption case after finding that he had already spent 8 years, 9 months and 14 days in custody, exceeding the maximum seven-year imprisonment prescribed for the offences for which he is facing trial.

Special Judge (PC Act) Vidya Prakash of the Rouse Avenue Court directed that Chandrashekhar be released forthwith in the particular case, provided he is not required in any other case.

The order, however, does not mean his release from jail, as he continues to face trial in several other criminal cases and will remain in custody if required in those matters.

The court also directed him to furnish a personal bond of Rs 1 lakh on or be...