On 31st August 2023, the Supreme Court of Mauritius returned the first verdict of its kind in an application for a Recovery Order under Section 34 of the Asset Recovery Act, made by the FIU as enforcement authority.
In 2008, the Respondent was found guilty before the court of Assizes of “attempt at possession of 2890 grams of heroin for the purpose of distribution”. The Court of Criminal Appeal maintained the judgment of the Court of Assizes.
The Court considered all the relevant factors under the law and was satisfied that the applicant has proved its case on a balance of probabilities. The Court accordingly, declared that the sums in capital, interests and accessories as well as all monies held in the name of the respondent, either singly or jointly or otherwise, with Bank One Ltd be vested in the State.