The Diplomatic and Consular Officers (Oaths and Fees) Act, 1948

Section 5 – Trial of offences

In force Last verified 11 November 2026

5. Trial of offences

Any offence under this Act may be inquired into, dealt with, tried and punished in 1[any 2[State]] in which the person charged with the offence was apprehended or is in custody, in the same manner and to the same extent as if the offence had been committed within the State where he was apprehended or is in custody

1. Subs. by the A.O. 1950, for "any Province of India".

2. Subs. by the Adaptation of Laws (No. 3) Order, 1956, for "Part A or Part C State".

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