Customs Broker License Revocation Does Not Stop Dept. from Penalty Inquiry: Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court ruled that revoking a customs broker's license does not prevent the customs department from initiating penalty proceedings against the broker. In this case, HLPL Global Logistics Pvt. Ltd.'s license was revoked for failing to comply with regulatory obligations, but the department continued its inquiry to impose penalties for alleged infractions. The court emphasized that separate proceedings for license revocation and penalty imposition can coexist, highlighting that regulatory compliance and penalty measures are distinct processes under the Customs Act​