https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=72477 The appeal challenged the imposition of a fine in lieu of confiscation of a lorry under Section 125 of the Customs Act, 1962. The court found that neither the owner nor the driver had knowledge of the attempted illegal export of Indian textiles, absolving them of liability. The involvement of a third party directing the driver was deemed insufficient to render the vehicle liable for confiscation. Insufficient evidence against another individual involved in looking after the vehicle further supported the court's decision. Ultimately, the court set aside the impugned order, releasing the vehicle without a fine and allowing the appeal. en-us Wed, 12 Mar 1986 00:00:00 +0530 Thu, 19 May 2011 17:53:56 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=72477 The appeal challenged the imposition of a fine in lieu of confiscation of a lorry under Section 125 of the Customs Act, 1962. The court found that neither the owner nor the driver had knowledge of the attempted illegal export of Indian textiles, absolving them of liability. The involvement of a third party directing the driver was deemed insufficient to render the vehicle liable for confiscation. Insufficient evidence against another individual involved in looking after the vehicle further supported the court's decision. Ultimately, the court set aside the impugned order, releasing the vehicle without a fine and allowing the appeal. Case-Laws Customs Wed, 12 Mar 1986 00:00:00 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=72477