TMI BlogUnderstanding the Bail Denial: Case Analysis of a Money Laundering OffenseX X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... account various factors, including the nature of the accusation, the evidence collected, the severity of the alleged offenses, the character of the accused, and the public interest. The court is expected to express a prima facie opinion while dealing with economic offenses. Involvement of the Appellant : The appellant's counsel argues that the appellant was not named in the FIR or the initial complaints and was implicated solely based on statements of witnesses recorded under Section 50 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PML Act). However, the document cites legal precedents to establish that such statements are admissible and can form a substantial basis for establishing the involvement of the accused in mo ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... ismisses the appellant's appeal based on the aforementioned considerations, stating that the appeal is denied. The court's analysis: Issue 1: Involvement of the Appellant The first significant issue raised in the case revolves around the appellant's involvement in the alleged money laundering offense. The appellant's counsel, Mr. Luthra, argued that the appellant was not named in the initial FIR or the first three prosecution supplementary complaints. They contended that the appellant's implication was solely based on statements of witnesses recorded under Section 50 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PML Act), without substantial supporting evidence. However, the court rejects this a ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... lant held either shares or a directorship. Issue 3: Principle of Parity The appellant's counsel, Mr. Luthra, argued for bail on the grounds of parity, citing that other co-accused in similar situations have been granted bail. However, the court dismisses this argument, asserting that parity is not an absolute rule. The court underscores that when applying the principle of parity, it's essential to consider the specific role attributed to each accused. In this case, distinctions are made between the appellant and other co-accused, such as Raman Bhuraria, whose bail has also been challenged and is under consideration. The court refrains from making any observations about the bail granted to Raman Bhuraria. Issue 4: Spee ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X
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