Court Allows Accused in Money Laundering Case to Travel Internationally

法院允許洗錢案被告出國旅行

Jun 24, 2026, 22:02
AsiaSociety

Introduction

A Delhi court has allowed Reena Goel, a woman involved in a financial fraud investigation, to travel to Thailand for family reasons.

德里法院已允許一名涉嫌金融詐騙調查的女性 Reena Goel 出訪泰國，理由是家庭原因。

Main Body

The legal case began with an investigation into a large bank loan fraud, which led to the seizure of commercial properties in Karol Bagh. These properties belong to Shree Raj Mahal Jewellers and Ginni Gold Private Limited, companies directed by Ginni Devi and Reena Goel. Although Ms. Goel was granted bail in December 2025, she was not allowed to travel abroad without the court's permission.

此法律案件始於一項針對大型銀行貸款詐騙的調查，隨後導致 Karol Bagh 的商業物業被沒收。這些物業屬於 Shree Raj Mahal Jewellers 與 Ginni Gold Private Limited，由 Ginni Devi 與 Reena Goel 擔任董事。儘管 Goel 女士在 2025 年 12 月獲得保釋，但在未經法院許可的情況下，她不得出國旅行。

When deciding on her application to visit Thailand from June 25 to July 2, Judge Rajesh Malik compared the state's need to ensure the accused remains present with the individual's basic rights. The judge emphasized that travel should only be denied if there is a real risk that the person will flee the country. Consequently, the court found that the Enforcement Directorate did not provide enough evidence of such a risk, noting that Ms. Goel had no foreign investments for a permanent move.

法官 Rajesh Malik 在審理其 6 月 25 日至 7 月 2 日訪問泰國的申請時，將國家確保被告在場的需求與個人的基本權利進行權衡。法官強調，只有在存在逃亡風險的真實情況下，才應拒絕出國申請。因此，法院認定執行局（Enforcement Directorate）未能提供足夠證據證明存在此類風險，並指出 Goel 女士在海外沒有投資，並無永久遷居之意。

Furthermore, the court stated that the right to travel internationally is a key part of the fundamental right to life and personal liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution. The permission was granted on several conditions: she must provide a ₹10 lakh Fixed Deposit Receipt, submit a full travel plan, and promise not to interfere with evidence. Additionally, the court ruled that her absence cannot be used as a reason to delay future legal hearings.

此外，法院表示，國際旅行權是憲法第 21 條規定之生命權與個人自由基本權的核心部分。法院在多項條件下 granting 許可：她必須提供 10 萬盧比的定期存款單、提交完整的旅行計劃，並承諾不干涉證據。此外，法院裁定，她的缺席不得被用作延遲未來法律聆訊的理由。

Conclusion

The court has granted conditional permission for the accused to travel, stating that fundamental rights are more important when there is no proven risk of the person fleeing.

法院已有條件地允許被告出國，並表示在未證明存在逃亡風險的情況下，基本權利更為重要。

Vocabulary Learning

🌉 The 'Logic Bridge': Moving from Simple to Complex

At the A2 level, you use simple sentences like: "She wants to go to Thailand. The court said yes."

To reach B2, you need to use Connecting Phrases that explain why or how things happen. This article is a goldmine for this transition.

⚡ The Power Shift: A2 →\rightarrow B2

Look at how the article connects ideas. Instead of short, choppy sentences, it uses these 'bridge' words:

A2 Style (Simple)B2 Style (Sophisticated)The 'Bridge' Word
She has bail. She cannot travel.Although she was granted bail, she was not allowed to travel.Although (Contrast)
There is no evidence. The court allowed her to go.Consequently, the court found that the Enforcement Directorate did not provide enough evidence...Consequently (Result)
The court said yes. There are some rules.The permission was granted on several conditions...On several conditions (Requirement)

🛠️ How to use these in your own speaking

1. Use "Although" to show two sides of a story. Don't just say "It is raining, but I am going out." Try: "Although it is raining, I am going out." (This sounds more professional and fluid).

2. Use "Consequently" instead of "So". Instead of: "I missed the bus, so I was late." Try: "I missed the bus; consequently, I was late." (This is a hallmark of B2 academic English).

🔍 Vocabulary Upgrade

Stop using generic words. Notice how the text replaces basic words with "Precise B2 Verbs":

  • Give/Get →\rightarrow Grant (e.g., "granted bail")
  • Stop/Block →\rightarrow Deny (e.g., "travel should be denied")
  • Change/Touch →\rightarrow Interfere with (e.g., "interfere with evidence")

Pro Tip: Start replacing "get" and "do" with these specific verbs to instantly sound more fluent.

Vocabulary Learning

seizure (n.)
The act of officially taking possession of something, typically by a legal authority.
Example:The seizure of the company's assets was ordered by the court to recover the unpaid debt.
granted (v.)
To agree to give or allow something that has been requested.
Example:The judge granted the defendant bail after the lawyer provided sufficient evidence.
emphasized (v.)
To give special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing.
Example:The teacher emphasized the importance of reviewing the vocabulary before the exam.
flee (v.)
To run away from a place or situation of danger, or to escape from legal prosecution.
Example:The suspect attempted to flee the country before the police could make an arrest.
consequently (adv.)
As a result of something that has happened.
Example:He failed to provide the required documents; consequently, his application was rejected.
fundamental (adj.)
Forming a necessary base or core; of central importance.
Example:Freedom of speech is considered a fundamental right in many democratic societies.
interfere (v.)
To prevent a process or activity from continuing or being carried out properly.
Example:The witness was warned not to interfere with the ongoing investigation.
Practice B2 words in a crossword→