2006 (5) TMI 103

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....tody since 5th May, 2006 on the allegation of having committed offences under Sections 132/135 of the Customs Act, 1962. The learned Counsel for the petitioner pointed out straightway that an application for bail had been moved before the sessions court and by an order dated 22nd May, 2006, the sessions court had granted bail to the petitioner, but had imposed a condition of requiring the petition....

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....d, therefore, the present application for bail was maintainable. He further submitted that, however, to demonstrate his bona fides in the matter, he is willing to make a deposit of Rs. 25 lacs with the customs authorities without prejudice to his rights and contentions. The learned ASG was also heard. He opposed the grant of bail on the ground that the petitioner is involved in evasion of duties ....