1989 (3) TMI 401 - SC - Indian Laws

Summary

The Supreme Court allowed the appeal against the High Court's decision to dismiss a criminal writ petition. The appellant was detained under the Conservation of Foreign Exchange & Prevention of Smuggling Activities Act, 1974. The Court found that the copies of documents provided to the appellant were illegible, violating procedural safeguards. The High Court's decision was set aside, and the appellant's detention order was quashed. The appellant was ordered to be set at liberty unless needed for other proceedings.