How to prosecute indian citizen for offences abroad
FM
(Querist) 20 September 2012
This query is : Resolved
An Indian citizen was on a visa in the USA. There, they forged my signature, transferred money to their account in India and have left the USA for good. I am an Indian citizen and I am currently in India. 1. Can I prosecute them for forgery or cheating in India?
2. Do I need permission of Central Govt before even filing a FIR? Please advise.
Devajyoti Barman
(Expert) 20 September 2012
1. Yes you can surely prosecute him in India.
2. No you need not.
Devajyoti Barman
(Expert) 20 September 2012
However if during trial it is found that whole of the offences occurred in abroad only then you need to obatain sanction for that.
FM
(Querist) 20 September 2012
Thank you.
What is the procedure for obtaining this sanction?