Misconduct by customs officers triggers prosecution under Section 136 for collusion, vexatious searches and unauthorised disclosure. Prosecution under Section 136 applies where a customs officer colludes in or permits fraudulent export or duty evasion, or acquiesces in such agreements, ... Summary
Misconduct by customs officers triggers prosecution under Section 136 for collusion, vexatious searches and unauthorised disclosure.
Prosecution under Section 136 applies where a customs officer colludes in or permits fraudulent export or duty evasion, or acquiesces in such agreements, attracting imprisonment, fine, or both. Separate offences cover vexatious searches or arrests-requiring searches, arrests, or authorising searches without reasonable belief in seizable goods, documents, or offences-and unauthorised disclosure of particulars learned in official capacity, each carrying prescribed criminal penalties.
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