2008 (1) TMI 394 - HC - Customs

Delay in filing an appeal before HC - The reason given in the affidavit filed in support of the petition is that the copy of the final order, which is the subject matter of the appeal got mixed up with some other bundle and ultimately it was traced after a delay of 148 days held that - we are of the view that the delay for each and every day need not be explained. We are satisfied with the reason stated in the accompanying affidavit. Hence the delay is condoned on condition that the petitioner pays a sum of Rs. 1000/- (Rupees one thousand only) to the State Legal Services Authority within a period of ten days from today

Summary

The High Court of Madras heard a case regarding delay in filing an appeal. The court condoned the delay of 148 days as the reason provided was satisfactory. The petitioner was required to pay Rs. 1000 to the State Legal Services Authority within ten days to avoid dismissal of the petition.