The fine distinction between "detention" and "seizure" of the ...

Authorities Overlook "Detention" vs "Seizure" in Failing to Release Goods, Ignoring January 4, 2011 Circular.

January 31, 2017

Case Laws Customs HC

The fine distinction between "detention" and "seizure" of the goods, if any, was lost, as the authorities chose not to release the goods in derogation of its own circular dated 04.01.2011 - HC

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The fine distinction between "detention" and "seizure" of the ...

Authorities Overlook "Detention" vs "Seizure" in Failing to Release Goods, Ignoring January 4, 2011 Circular.

January 31, 2017

Case Laws Customs HC

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