NewzA Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court has issued a ruling expanding the legal definition of 'proceeds of crime' to include both cheques and illicit drugs. This judicial interpretation clarifies that assets subject to seizure under money laundering statutes are not limited to traditional forms of property, but encompass financial instruments and contraband directly linked to criminal activity.
By formally categorizing these items as proceeds of crime, the court has broadened the scope of investigative powers available to authorities. This development is expected to impact how financial evidence and physical narcotics are treated during legal proceedings, potentially streamlining the process for asset forfeiture and prosecution in money laundering cases.
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