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2021 (10) TMI 991 - HC - Money LaunderingPermission of the Court to go abroad and visit USA and Dubai was sought, which was rejected - HELD THAT - Counsel for the petitioner could not dispute that vide order dated 19.08.2021 passed in CRM-M No.33804 of 2021 filed by the petitioner, the similar prayer has already been dismissed by this Court. There are no ground to entertain this petition and the same is accordingly, dismissed.
Issues:
1. Preponing the date fixed in the main petition. 2. Setting aside the order dismissing the application seeking permission to travel abroad. Issue 1: Preponing the date fixed in the main petition The petitioner sought preponement of the date fixed in the main petition. The court allowed the application and took up the main case for hearing on the same day. Issue 2: Setting aside the order dismissing the application seeking permission to travel abroad The petitioner filed a petition to set aside the order passed by the Special Judge, PMLA, Chandigarh, which dismissed the application seeking permission to travel to the USA and Dubai. The petitioner's counsel argued that the petitioner was involved in the import and export business of readymade garments and had previously faced travel restrictions imposed by the CBI. The court noted that the petitioner's assets were seized, and there was a risk of the petitioner fleeing the country. The court highlighted that the petitioner failed to provide specific details regarding the purpose of travel and business dealings abroad. The court also mentioned that the petitioner's co-accused's similar application had been dismissed. The court emphasized the serious allegations against the petitioner, including involvement in a fraud of ?300 crores, and the likelihood of fleeing to avoid trial. The court found no merit in the petitioner's application and dismissed it, considering the gravity of the charges and the risk of the petitioner evading legal proceedings. In conclusion, the court dismissed the petition seeking to set aside the order denying permission to travel abroad, citing the seriousness of the allegations, the risk of the petitioner fleeing, and the lack of sufficient justification for the travel request.
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