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US might seek new indictment against Devyani after judge dismisses charges

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The United States is planning to seek another indictment against Indian diplomat Devyani Khobragade.

Khobragade was arrested and strip-searched but had charges against her dismissed by a judge.

According to Fox News, the judge's ruling said Khobragade had diplomatic immunity when she was indicted on charges of fraudulently obtaining a work visa for her housekeeper and lying about the maid's pay.

The ruling however left open the possibility prosecutors could bring a new indictment against her.

The U.S. attorney's office in Manhattan said Wednesday it intended 'to proceed accordingly'.

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First Published: Mar 13 2014 | 11:47 AM IST

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