GST Evasion Case: HC grants bail to accused

Amrinder Singh Vs State of Punjab (Punjab and Haryana High Court) Introduction: In the case of Amrinder Singh Vs State of Punjab, the Punjab and Haryana High Court granted bail to the petitioner, Amrinder Singh. The decision was based on several factors, including the fact that his co-accused had already been granted bail, the maximum sentence that could be awarded was 5 years, and he had been in custody since March 13, 2021. Analysis: The case was centered around allegations of a fraudulent network of 40 firms that evaded tax to the tune of Rs.122.28 Crores. Amrinder Singh and his co-accused ...