GST Law: Arrests for Tax Evasion Over Rs. 2 Crore; Section 132 Lists Offences and Penalties
The GST Law includes provisions for arrest to address tax evasion, with safeguards ensuring arrests occur only under the Commissioner's authorization. Arrest is permissible when the tax amount exceeds Rs. 2 Crore, except for repeat offenders. Offences with tax evasion over Rs. 5 Crore are cognizable and non-bailable, requiring a Judicial Magistrate for bail. Section 132 of the CGST Act lists 12 prosecutable offences, with varying penalties. Arrest procedures involve identity verification, informing the arrestee of charges, and producing them before a magistrate within 24 hours. Specific guidelines apply for arresting company officials, and adherence to the Code of Criminal Procedure is mandatory.
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