Absolute confiscation of detained personal jewellery of traveller directed to be released

Shamina Vs Commissioner of Customs (Delhi High Court) Delhi High Court held that absolute confiscation of four gold bangles without even permitting payment of any duty, redemption fine or penalty seems to be an extreme measure hence detained gold bangles being personal jewellery are directed to be released. Facts- The present petition has been filed by the Petitioner-Shamina under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution of India, inter alia, seeking release of the four gold bangles of the Petitioner, weighing 100 grams, which have been detained by the Customs Department vide detention receipt...