Proceedings Against MP Abhishek Banerjee and Wife in Coal Scam Deemed ‘Judicial’; Statements Admissible Under PMLA

Abhishek Banerjee & Anr. Vs Directorate of Enforcement (Supreme Court of India) Proceedings against MP Abhishek Banerjee and his wife in coal scam were deemed ‘Judicial’ and statements recorded were “Admissible Evidence” under PMLA Conclusion: Summons issued to appellant husband and wife by the Enforcement Directorate, seeking their personal appearance in New Delhi with the documents sought for, pertaining to the FIR registered in respect of alleged illegal excavation and theft of Coal, against the accused should not be quashed. As per sub-section (4) thereof every proceeding under...