2024 (6) TMI 839 - HC - Indian Laws

Seeking a direction to the respondents to provide copies of the documents that was seized from the premises of petitioner - seizure order - HELD THAT - The petition is disposed of directing the respondents to dispose of the representation dated 11.05.2024 of the petitioner in accordance with law within a period of two weeks. Petition disposed off.

Summary

Issues involved:
The petition seeks a direction for the respondents to provide copies of seized documents. The legality of the seizure is questioned, asserting no connection with the company in question. A representation for releasing the documents has been submitted.

Seized Documents and Representation:
The petitioner requested copies of the seized documents and challenged the legality of the seizure, claiming no association with the company subject to the search authorization. A representation for the release of the documents was made on 11.05.2024.

Search Authorization and Disposal of Representation:
The search was conducted on the first floor of the building due to the second floor being locked, with indications of the firm's office on the first floor. The court directed the respondents to consider and dispose of the petitioner's representation within two weeks, without commenting on the merits of the parties' contentions.

Disposal of Petition and Further Remedies:
The petition was disposed of with the directive for the respondents to handle the representation within the specified timeframe. The court clarified that it reserved all rights and contentions of the parties, allowing the petitioner to seek further legal remedies if aggrieved by subsequent orders.