2002 (7) TMI 188 - AT - Customs

Summary

The Appellate Tribunal CEGAT, Kolkata reduced the redemption fine for a truck owner whose vehicle was used to transport smuggled goods without their knowledge. The personal penalty of Rs. 10,000 imposed on the owner was dispensed with as there was no evidence linking them to the transportation of the goods. The truck was confiscated but the redemption fine was reduced from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 5,000 due to the owner's lack of involvement in the smuggling. The appeal was disposed of accordingly.