Arrestee entitled to 'reasons to believe' of arrest: SC to ED

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court emphasized that individuals arrested under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) must be provided with the "reasons to believe" that justified their arrest by Enforcement Directorate (ED) officers. The court referred crucial legal questions to a larger bench, including whether the decision to arrest based on "need and necessity" should stand as a distinct ground for challenge. This decision underscores the need for judicial oversight to ensure arrests are not arbitrary and meet statutory requirements. The ruling marks a significant step in clarifying procedural safeguards under PMLA.