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Emik
(Querist) 30 July 2012
This query is : Resolved
Does the trial courts or high courts have the power to entertain the case of a foreigner committing crime in India?
Devajyoti Barman
(Expert) 30 July 2012
Yes he is liable to face trial like any citizen of Indian citizen.
Emik
(Querist) 02 August 2012
Ahan. Thanks a lot. and please may i know under which act?
prabhakar singh
(Expert) 02 August 2012
Indian Penal Code (IPC)
Section 2. Punishment of offences committed within India
Every person shall be liable punishment under this Code and not otherwise for every act or omission contrary to the provisions thereof, of which, he shall be guilty within 1[India] 2[***].
prabhakar singh
(Expert) 02 August 2012
Emik!
ASK US ONLY WHEN YOU HAVE SUFFICIENT CONFIDENCE THAT WE MUST BE KNOWING BASICS.
Emik
(Querist) 02 August 2012
Thank You sir.