Corporate criminal liability extends to responsible officers, while due diligence and lack of knowledge provide statutory defences. Corporate liability for offences under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 applies to the company and persons in charge of and responsible for ... Summary
Corporate criminal liability extends to responsible officers, while due diligence and lack of knowledge provide statutory defences.
Corporate liability for offences under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 applies to the company and persons in charge of and responsible for its business conduct. Responsible persons may avoid punishment by proving lack of knowledge or due diligence to prevent the offence. Directors, managers, secretaries and other officers are separately liable where consent, connivance or neglect is established. Company includes bodies corporate, firms, societies, trade unions and associations of individuals.
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