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2018 (12) TMI 1434 - HC - CustomsNon-compliance with pre-deposit - smuggling of Gold - petitioner’s explanation was that he merely acted as a courier and was not the owner of the goods - Held that:- To this Court, it appears that the petitioner is a man of limited means. It is not clear whether any prosecution has been launched against the petitioner. In these circumstances, in view of the material on record which suggests that the petitioner has very limited means to deposit any amounts, this Court is of the opinion that the relief is warranted. The requirement of pre-depositing of any amount is hereby directed to be waived, however, the petitioner shall furnish a bond and also provide reasonable security, having regard to the list of immovable properties produced before the Court - petition disposed off.
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