The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has ruled that offences under Section 5(1)(d) of the J&K PC Act are considered scheduled offences under the PMLA, supporting the Enforcement Directorate's jurisdiction to investigate such offenses.
J&K HC Affirms ED's Investigative Powers under PMLA
The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has upheld the jurisdiction of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to investigate offences categorized under Section 5(1)(d) of the J&K Prevention of Corruption Act as scheduled offences under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
This ruling clarifies the scope of ED's authority in pursuing investigations related to corruption and money laundering, with the court noting that such offences must be treated seriously and are legitimate grounds for ED's actions.
Legal professionals must be aware of this expanded jurisdiction as it may affect ongoing investigations and cases involving corruption allegations within Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Ensuring compliance with the PMLA in cases of corruption will be paramount.
Citations
- J&K PC Act (2026) JKH 789
