Mr. Rod Verdie imported a boat and trailer into Canada, declaring their value as $2000 US.
A Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officer discovered the actual value was $10250 US.
Verdie's items were seized under the Customs Act, and he paid $5779.87 CA for their release.
Court Proceedings
Verdie filed for judicial review, challenging the CBSA's actions.
The Federal Court concluded it lacked jurisdiction for this review as Verdie should have filed an action in Federal Court under the Customs Act, not a judicial review.
Verdie's main argument was contesting the contravention decision, not the seizure/release terms.
The Court also found the Minister’s Delegate's decision reasonable, dismissing Verdie's application.
Conclusion
The Court dismissed Verdie's application for judicial review and awarded costs of $500.00 to the Respondent.
