Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act No. 51 of 1977)

Chapter 33 : General Provisions

342. Conviction or acquittal no bar to civil action for damages
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A conviction or an acquittal in respect of any offence shall not bar a civil action for damages at the instance of any person who has suffered damages in consequence of the commission of that offence.