GST & Anti-Fraud Departments cannot issue notices to lawyers of alleged tax evaders

Himangshu Kumar Ray Vs State of West Bengal (Calcutta High Court) In a significant ruling, the Calcutta High Court has held that the GST and Anti-Fraud Departments do not have the jurisdiction to issue notices to lawyers representing alleged tax evaders. This decision stems from the case of Himangshu Kumar Ray vs. the State Of West Bengal. The High Court clarified that the communication between an attorney and their client is protected under Sections 126 and 129 of the Evidence Act. This protection extends to information provided by clients to their attorneys in the course of their legal repre...