Reading: My neighbour and I had a fight, and I was arrested under IPC 308. I got bail within two weeks, and the chargesheet was filed. We also filed a case against them, which was dismissed by the High Court within a year. Now, I’m applying for a government job and a US visa. Should I mention this case or not? My lawyer advised against mentioning it as the FIR was quashed, but I’m still unsure. Any advice?

My neighbour and I had a fight, and I was arrested under IPC 308. I got bail within two weeks, and the chargesheet was filed. We also filed a case against them, which was dismissed by the High Court within a year. Now, I’m applying for a government job and a US visa. Should I mention this case or not? My lawyer advised against mentioning it as the FIR was quashed, but I’m still unsure. Any advice?

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2 years ago

Law Forum › Category: Documentation › My neighbour and I had a fight, and I was arrested under IPC 308. I got bail within two weeks, and the chargesheet was filed. We also filed a case against them, which was dismissed by the High Court within a year. Now, I’m applying for a government job and a US visa. Should I mention this case or not? My lawyer advised against mentioning it as the FIR was quashed, but I’m still unsure. Any advice?

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Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago

My neighbour and I had a fight, and I was arrested under IPC 308. I got bail within two weeks, and the chargesheet was filed. We also filed a case against them, which was dismissed by the High Court within a year. Now, I’m applying for a government job and a US visa. Should I mention this case or not? My lawyer advised against mentioning it as the FIR was quashed, but I’m still unsure. Any advice?

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago

While your lawyer’s advice is generally sound, it’s best to consult with both the government job application and US visa application authorities directly. They have specific guidelines regarding criminal records, and disclosing the case might be required for transparency, even if it was dismissed.