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If victim dies due to accident what is the legal consequences


12-Aug-2023 (In Civil Law)
1) In case of victim's death: - What is the punishment and penalty for car owner & driver in case of victim's death? - Can the car owner be arrested in this case? - What is the legal process has to undergo in this case?
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With regard to criminal cases, prosecution ceases with the death of the person. This is fairly obvious, because no sentence can be passed on a man who is already dead but the trail can be continued further if there is any another accused.

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