<h1>Courts Criticize Enforcement Directorate for Misusing PMLA and Urge Improved Prosecution Amid Low Conviction Rates</h1> The Supreme Court and various high courts have criticized the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for its handling of investigations under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The Supreme Court questioned the ED's use of PMLA, likening its misuse to dowry law abuse, and criticized its conduct during interrogations. The court highlighted the low conviction rates and urged the ED to improve its prosecution quality. High courts have also reprimanded the ED for violating basic rights and conducting unprofessional investigations. A recent Supreme Court decision granted bail to a former excise officer, criticizing the ED for keeping him in custody despite a quashed complaint.