High Court of Karnataka Quashes Criminal Proceedings Against Lorry Owners in Forest Offence Case Due to Lack of Sanction Under Section 197 CrPC. Prosecution for Offences Under Karnataka Forest Act, 1963 and Indian Penal Code, 1860 Fails as Accused Were Public Servants Acting in Discharge of Official Duty.
1 Aug 2014The petitioners, who are lorry owners and drivers, were prosecuted for alleged offences under the Karnataka Forest Act, 1963 and the Indian Penal Code...




