Revocation of customs broker license and forfeiture of security ...
Customs broker license revoked, deposit forfeited for diverting goods & breaching laws. Inquiry needed before revocation. CESTAT allows appeal for fresh decision.
Case Laws Customs
August 8, 2024
Revocation of customs broker license and forfeiture of security deposit due to diversion of goods, breach of Customs Act, 1962, and Customs Broker Licencing Regulations, 2018. Failure to adhere to regulations on client authorizations, compliance advice, due diligence, speed, and verifications. Licensing authority's presumption of obligations for revocation questioned. Customs brokers' role as facilitators between customs and clients emphasized. Need for proper inquiry into breaches before revocation. Flawed proceedings and outcome lead to remand for fresh decisions. CESTAT allows appeal for remand.
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