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Transaction value cannot be rejected solely on non-statutory valuation guidelines without corroborative evidence supporting reassessment of final cust...
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Money Laundering - Validity of framing of charges - dealing in skin and organs of prohibited animals - proceeds of crime - scheduled offence - The High court emphasizes that at the stage of framing charges, only a prima facie case needs to be established. It notes the dispute over the valuation of seized goods but concludes that such disputes should be addressed during the trial. Similarly, doubts about income tax returns are deemed insufficient grounds for discharge. Ultimately, the court finds that the prosecution's case establishes a prima facie basis for proceeding with the trial, dismissing the applicants' application.
Money Laundering - Validity of framing of charges - dealing in skin and organs of prohibited animals - proceeds of crime - scheduled offence - The High court emphasizes that at the stage of framing charges, only a prima facie case needs to be established. It notes the dispute over the valuation of seized goods but concludes that such disputes should be addressed during the trial. Similarly, doubts about income tax returns are deemed insufficient grounds for discharge. Ultimately, the court finds that the prosecution's case establishes a prima facie basis for proceeding with the trial, dismissing the applicants' application.
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