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CRL A/1373/2025 of Steven Frank vs The State. Rep. by

Madras High CourtCRL A

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The Madras High Court decided this matter on 28 November 2025. The registry identifies it as CNR HCMA011618792025. It was heard by Justice Honourable Mrs.Justice T.V.Thamilselvi.

The disposal recorded by the registry is "Acquittal and release of appellant". The record refers to 3 enactments, among them Indian Penal Code, Copyright Act, 1957 and Foreigners Act, 1946. 3 statutory provisions are noted on the record.

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Court record details
CourtMadras High Court
Record typeCRL A
Case numberCNR HCMA011618792025
Date of decision
Decision year2025
BenchHONOURABLE MRS.JUSTICE T.V.THAMILSELVI
PetitionerSteven Frank
RespondentThe State. Rep. by
DisposalAcquittal and release of appellant
Acts
Sections
  • Sections 419, 420, 468, 471 IPC
  • Sections 51 and 63-A of the Copyright Act
  • Sections 3(1), 3(2)(e), and 14 of the Foreigners Act, 1946

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