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Proceeds of crime money laundering case. Respondent Enforcement ...


Authorities allowed to freeze/seize assets, docs & accounts over money laundering charges despite denial; access to evidence granted.

October 9, 2024

Case Laws     Money Laundering     AT

Proceeds of crime money laundering case. Respondent Enforcement Directorate permitted to retain/seize/freeze seized documents, digital records, bank accounts from various persons including appellant. Appellant's plea of non-involvement rejected due to allegations. As prosecution complaint filed, appellant entitled to copies of relied upon documents/seized material and can apply for release of unrequired documents. Appeal dismissed by Appellate Tribunal.

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