Provisional Release of seized of vehicle - Vehicle sold by the ...
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February 27, 2024
Provisional Release of seized of vehicle - Vehicle sold by the diplomat in breach of conditions of import - bona fide purchaser - liability of paying the entire differential duty and executing a bank guarantee - The High court deliberates on the responsibility and liability of the petitioner in light of the breach of import conditions by the diplomat. While acknowledging the breach, the court considers the petitioner's status as a bona fide purchaser who acquired the vehicle from subsequent owners in India, thereby mitigating the extent of liability imposed on them. - Consequently, the HC modified the conditions for provisional release.
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