Home Case Index All Cases Customs Customs + HC Customs - 2018 (6) TMI HC This
Forgot password New User/ Regiser ⇒ Register to get Live Demo
2018 (6) TMI 975 - HC - CustomsPrinciples of Natural Justice - the right of cross-examination was denied unlawfully to the petitioners - Held that:- The reason for non-appearance at the appointed time cited is the engagement of the learned Advocate before the High Court. The adjudicating authority ought to have dealt with such a request made on behalf of the petitioners contained in the writing dated October 23, 2017. The impugned order is silent on such aspect. It is not a case where the petitioner is avoiding the proceedings - The petitioners will forfeit the right to cross-examination of the witnesses, in the event of their failure to commence the cross examination at the appointed date and time - petition disposed off.
|