Detention of Vehicles Without Seizure Order Invalid: Karnataka HC Directs Refund of penalty

Attar Fullers Earth Represented By Its Partner Vs State of Karnataka (Karnataka High Court)  The petitioners sought multiple reliefs challenging the imposition and recovery of penalty by the Senior Geologist. They requested quashing of the penalty order dated 03.01.2025, refund of Rs.2,63,250 allegedly recovered under coercion, and directions restraining authorities from taking action against legally transported minor minerals when supported by proper documents. The petitioners contended that the penalty was collected without any order or adjudication establishing any violation. They stated t...