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2023 (1) TMI 1189 - HC - Money Laundering


Issues:
Bail application under Sections 3 & 4 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002.

Analysis:
The petitioner sought bail after being arrested for offenses under the PML Act. The respondent registered an ECIR for various offenses under the IPC, which were linked to money laundering activities. The petitioner was accused of assisting in opening accounts and layering funds for different entities. The prosecution alleged that the petitioner was involved in transferring significant amounts of money internationally, operating accounts in Hong Kong, and facilitating the movement of illicit funds. The defense argued that the allegations were unsubstantiated and that the petitioner was falsely implicated. They contended that there was no evidence linking the petitioner to the crimes or showing that he benefited from the transactions. The defense also emphasized that the petitioner had been in custody since the arrest and that there was no proof of his involvement in the offenses.

The Special Public Prosecutor countered the defense's claims by stating that the petitioner's involvement was supported by witness statements and evidence of fund transfers. It was alleged that the petitioner played a crucial role in layering funds and operating accounts where illicit proceeds were parked. Concerns were raised about the possibility of the petitioner fleeing the country and tampering with evidence if granted bail. The prosecutor argued that the conditions under Section 45 of the PML Act applied in this case, and there were no new circumstances to warrant bail.

After considering the arguments and evidence presented, the Court decided not to grant bail to the petitioner. The Court noted the seriousness of the allegations, the risk of the petitioner absconding, and the potential for tampering with evidence. Consequently, the bail application was dismissed, and the petitioner remained in custody.

 

 

 

 

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