Convict's Death Does Not Discharge His Liability To Pay Fine Imposed By Court, Can Be Recovered From His Estate: Karnataka High Court

The Karnataka High Court has said that death of the convict does not discharge his liability from paying fine and compensation imposed by court. It can be recovered from the property which goes to his legal heirs after his death and they are legally liable for payment of fine. A single judge bench of Justice Shivashankar Amarannavar made the observation while dismissing an...