Pre-deposit mandatory under section 129E of the Customs Act in gold smuggled case

Aziz Fakirmohamed Sumbhaniya Vs  Union of India (Gujarat High Court) Gujarat High Court held that looking at the kind of quantum of gold smuggled in India, it is impossible to accept that petitioner has no financial capacity. Accordingly, pre-deposit mandatory under section 129E of the Customs Act for further proceedings. Facts- The petitioner is an Indian citizen and was working in Dubai as an Agent for various companies like UNI Globe Tourism, Fardan Tourism LLC and Universal Holidays etc. A show cause notice was issued in relation to the seizure of gold to various persons including the pet...