Bail may be conditionally granted in cases of fraudulent ITC availment through fake invoices

Last updated: 09 September 2024

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The Allahabad High Court has ruled that bail can be granted in cases involving fraudulent availment of Input Tax Credit (ITC) through fake invoices. In a specific case, the court granted bail to an applicant, considering factors like the nature of the offence, potential punishment, lack of evidence linking the applicant to the creation of fake firms, and the time already spent in custody. The bail was granted with strict conditions, including not tampering with evidence and appearing before the trial court.

Court :
Allahabad High Court

Brief :
The Hon'ble Allahabad High Court in M/s. Pradip Kumar Jain v. Union of India [Criminal Misc. Bail Application Nos. 18606 of 2024 dated May 29, 2024], allowed bail to the Assessee, considering nature of offense, punishment, lack of evidence regarding creation of fake firms, and period of jail stay, the Assessee made out case for bail. The bail was granted subject to conditions including non-tampering with evidence and appearing before trial court.

Citation :
Criminal Misc. Bail Application Nos. 18606 of 2024 dated May 29, 2024

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