Gold smuggling case - applicant granted regular bail. Key ...

Jeweler granted bail in gold smuggling case; genuine business documents, local ties, no criminal record.

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October 18, 2024

Gold smuggling case - applicant granted regular bail. Key points: DRI failed to dispute genuineness of applicant's documents showing lawful gold jewelry business. Applicant not a flight risk, has residence and family ties. No criminal history except present case. Already in jail for over 3 months, DRI unable to justify further custody. Offense u/s 135 of Customs Act triable by Magistrate, maximum 7 years imprisonment. Applicant's liberty balanced against potential punishment. Bail granted on executing bond with conditions, without expressing opinion on merits. Bail application allowed.

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Gold smuggling case - applicant granted regular bail. Key ...

Jeweler granted bail in gold smuggling case; genuine business documents, local ties, no criminal record.

Case Laws Customs

October 18, 2024

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