GST officers must explain 'grounds of arrest' to offenders, ...

CBIC mandates explaining specific grounds of arrest, obtaining acknowledgment.

January 14, 2025

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GST officers must explain 'grounds of arrest' to offenders, obtain written acknowledgement: CBIC modified guidelines. As per Delhi HC order in Kshitij Ghildiyal vs DGGI case, following SC judgments, CBIC mandated explaining specific grounds of arrest to accused, not just general reasons, and obtaining written acknowledgment in arrest memo annexure, distinguishing grounds from reasons as per SC.

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GST officers must explain 'grounds of arrest' to offenders, ...

CBIC mandates explaining specific grounds of arrest, obtaining acknowledgment.

January 14, 2025

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