High Court Rules Against Unilateral Hearings by ED, Sets Aside Orders u/s 17(1A) PMLA for Transparency.

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....Freezing of petitioner's Bank Account - allegations of corruption and money laundering were levelled - diversion of funds - It would not be permissible for the complainant-ED to show any documents or material to the Adjudicating Authority outside of the hearing being given, or behind the back of the parties concerned. The hearing has to also be transparent and in the presence of the parties concerned. Unilateral hearings in the absence of the opposing party would not be permissible before the AA. - The impugned order under Section 17(1A) of the PMLA in all these petitions, as also the orders passed by the Adjudicating Authority under Section 8 of the PMLA dated 28th December 2020, are set aside - HC....