CESTAT strikes down extended limitation period for service tax demand when department possessed facts
The Customs, Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal ruled that service tax cannot be demanded beyond the normal limitation period if an earlier show cause notice proves the department already knew the facts. This decision prevents authorities from invoking suppression charges when prior departmental awareness is established. Finance professionals and tax advisors must review past show cause notices to protect clients from delayed tax demands.
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