https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=769767 Gujarat HC dismissed anticipatory bail application in GST fraud case involving fake firms and fraudulent input tax credit claims. Court held that applicant cannot claim parity with co-accused released on regular bail, as anticipatory bail requires different considerations. Despite offence carrying 5-year punishment under GST Act, Court found forgery charges under IPC/BNS more serious given societal impact. Court determined granting anticipatory bail would harm investigation and impede uncovering conspiracy ramifications, considering nature of charges, prima facie involvement, and evidence tampering possibilities. en-us Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0530 Thu, 01 May 2025 08:46:53 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=769767 Gujarat HC dismissed anticipatory bail application in GST fraud case involving fake firms and fraudulent input tax credit claims. Court held that applicant cannot claim parity with co-accused released on regular bail, as anticipatory bail requires different considerations. Despite offence carrying 5-year punishment under GST Act, Court found forgery charges under IPC/BNS more serious given societal impact. Court determined granting anticipatory bail would harm investigation and impede uncovering conspiracy ramifications, considering nature of charges, prima facie involvement, and evidence tampering possibilities. Case-Laws GST Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=769767