The Customs, Excise, and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) ...

Tribunal allows appeal, restores CHA license despite violation; suspension deemed sufficient punishment.

Case Laws Customs

August 2, 2024

The Customs, Excise, and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) allowed the appeal against the revocation of the Custom House Agent (CHA) license and forfeiture of security deposit. The appellant was found guilty of violating regulations 13(b) and 13(j) of the CHALR, 2004, for aiding and abetting in smuggling old and used computers, peripherals, and laptops. Despite the appellant's inability to provide certain documents during the inquiry/adjudication process, the primary invoice was made available. The presence of an outsider during the examination was not considered an irregularity. Considering the appellant's prolonged inability to conduct business, the Tribunal opined that the period of suspension was sufficient punishment and directed the immediate restoration of the CHA license.

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The Customs, Excise, and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) ...

Tribunal allows appeal, restores CHA license despite violation; suspension deemed sufficient punishment.

Case Laws Customs

August 2, 2024

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