Dear experts,
If an accused is overseas, can a POA holder appear on his behalf in the trial court for the proceedings and record statements on his behalf. Is this permissible under the IPC.
Pushkar (Mr) 07 July 2015
Dear experts,
If an accused is overseas, can a POA holder appear on his behalf in the trial court for the proceedings and record statements on his behalf. Is this permissible under the IPC.
Rocky Smith (Instructor @ Calcutta (rockysmith4calcutta@gmail.com)) 07 July 2015
YES.
There are no provisions in law through which engagement of advocate is compulsory. Person may file or defend any case personally without engaging advocate. You may plead case of your relative in court after securing power of attorney from your relative subject to permission of council of Section 32 of Advocate Act.
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