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Case ID e16d3a39-974d-4a95-b54a-53fe9c6043ba
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Case Number Criminal Miscellaneous Nos. 4271-B, 4419-B, 5021-B
Decision Date Jun 17, 2008
Hearing Date
Decision The court allowed all bail petitions based on the peculiar facts and circumstances of the case. The ad interim pre-arrest bail for Muhammad Nadeem Siddiqui and Muhammad Faheem was confirmed, while the other petitioners were granted post-arrest bail. The court noted that all duties and taxes had been paid, and the complicity of the petitioners was a matter of further inquiry. The decision emphasized the importance of proper representation and the legal framework surrounding customs violations.
Summary This case revolves around multiple criminal miscellaneous petitions concerning allegations of misdeclaration and evasion of duties and taxes under the Customs Act. The Lahore High Court addressed the bail applications of several petitioners, emphasizing the need for a thorough investigation into the allegations. The decision highlighted the payment of all dues by the petitioners and the complexity of their involvement in the alleged fraud. The case reflects the legal challenges faced by individuals within the customs regulatory framework, underscoring the significance of compliance with the Customs Act, 1969, and related laws. The ruling illustrates the judiciary's approach to handling such matters, balancing the need for accountability with the rights of the accused. This case is essential for understanding the interplay between customs regulations and criminal procedure in Pakistan.
Court Lahore High Court
Entities Involved Intelligence and Investigation FBR, Regional Office, Lahore
Judges M. Bilal Khan, J
Lawyers Mian Abdul Ghaffar, Shahzada Mazhar, Azam Nazeer Tarar, Khawar Ikram Bhatti, Muhammad Rauf Farooqi
Petitioners Muhammad Nadeem Siddiqui, Muhammad Faheem, Adnan Masood Sheikh, Naveed Iqbal, Kamran Faisal, Usman Naveed, Najam Riaz
Respondents THE STATE through Director General Intelligence and Investigation FBR, Regional Office
Citations 2008 SLD 2098, 2008 YLR 2666
Other Citations Not available
Laws Involved Customs Act, 1969, Criminal Procedure Code (V of 1898), Sales Tax Act (VII of 1990), Income Tax Ordinance (XLIX of 2001), Import and Export (Control) Act (XXXIX of 1950)
Sections 156, 497(2), 498, 33, 36, 14.8(1), 3(3)