Himachal Pradesh High Court Quashes Look-Out Circular Against British Citizen

The Himachal Pradesh High Court quashed a look-out circular issued against a British citizen in a property dispute, finding insufficient material to show evasion of investigation.

Background and legal issue

The LOC had restricted overseas travel. Justice Sandeep Sharma examined whether there was a concrete basis for such a coercive measure rather than a general apprehension.

Court’s reasoning and procedural position

The Court allowed travel subject to financial and local surety conditions, including a ₹10 lakh fixed deposit and two sureties of ₹2 lakh each.

Legal consequence and next step

The petitioner may travel upon satisfying the conditions. The underlying property dispute remains separate from the legality of the circular.