Decentralization of search cases: transfer eligible files after appellate steps, retaining only prosecution-linked matters until prosecution is launched. Guidelines require decentralization of search-group cases after the Department files a second appeal or after preparation of a paper book where the assessee has filed second appeal, while retaining only those specific cases where prosecution is contemplated until prosecution is launched; prosecution-related seized material must be held until completion of proceedings and then handed to the Nodal Officer/DCIT (Prosecution) or retained by the AO if court location differs, with other seized documents returnable to the assessee against an undertaking prior to transfer.
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Decentralization of search cases: transfer eligible files after appellate steps, retaining only prosecution-linked matters until prosecution is launched.
Guidelines require decentralization of search-group cases after the Department files a second appeal or after preparation of a paper book where the assessee has filed second appeal, while retaining only those specific cases where prosecution is contemplated until prosecution is launched; prosecution-related seized material must be held until completion of proceedings and then handed to the Nodal Officer/DCIT (Prosecution) or retained by the AO if court location differs, with other seized documents returnable to the assessee against an undertaking prior to transfer.
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