Court Seeks Centre's Reply On Legal Help For Indian Man Jailed In Saudi Arabia

The court on Monday asked the Centre whether the jailed person will be provided with an opportunity to appoint the advocate of his choice in an appeal and would the government help him in this regard.

The High Court of Karnataka has sought a reply from the Union Government regarding legal help for the Indian national who has been jailed in Saudi Arabia.

The court on Monday asked the Centre whether the jailed person will be provided with an opportunity to appoint the advocate of his choice in an appeal and would the government help him in this regard.

It has also sought information on the jurisdiction of the local laws in Saudi Arabia and whether the investigation report from India can be submitted to courts there.