The seized gold lacked foreign inscriptions, embossments, or ...

Seized gold not liable for confiscation due to lack of evidence.

Case Laws Customs

November 25, 2024

The seized gold lacked foreign inscriptions, embossments, or 99.9% purity, and the seizure memo did not mention the officer's reasonable belief that the gold was liable for confiscation under the Customs Act. The Board's Circular No.1/2017-Cus mandates that seizure orders clearly state the reasons for believing the goods are liable for confiscation. As the seizure memo failed to mention this, and the gold lacked foreign markings or high purity, the seizure was deemed illegal. The appellants provided genuine procurement documents, and the Revenue did not produce evidence of illegal importation. Consequently, the gold was not held liable for confiscation, and no penalties were imposed on the appellants. The Appellate Tribunal ruled in favor of the appellants.

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The seized gold lacked foreign inscriptions, embossments, or ...

Seized gold not liable for confiscation due to lack of evidence.

Case Laws Customs

November 25, 2024

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