https://www.taxtmi.com/acts?id=2009 Section 16 establishes the framework for appointing Adjudicating Authorities to inquire into alleged contraventions attracting penalties under section 13. An inquiry may proceed only on a written complaint by an authorised officer, and the person concerned must receive a reasonable opportunity of being heard. The person may appear personally or be assisted by a legal practitioner or chartered accountant. Complaints must be handled expeditiously, with periodic written reasons required where final disposal is not achieved within one year. en-us Sat, 19 Jan 2008 22:45:54 +0530 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:45:23 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/acts?id=2009 Section 16 establishes the framework for appointing Adjudicating Authorities to inquire into alleged contraventions attracting penalties under section 13. An inquiry may proceed only on a written complaint by an authorised officer, and the person concerned must receive a reasonable opportunity of being heard. The person may appear personally or be assisted by a legal practitioner or chartered accountant. Complaints must be handled expeditiously, with periodic written reasons required where final disposal is not achieved within one year. Act-Rules FEMA Sat, 19 Jan 2008 22:45:54 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/acts?id=2009