# The Criminal Procedure Rules 2025, Rule 33.20: Compensation – general

Extent: E+W

(1) This rule applies where a person who held realisable property wants the court to award compensation for loss suffered in consequence of anything done in relation to that property in connection with confiscation proceedings.
(2) The application must be in writing and may be supported by a witness statement.
(3) The application and any witness statement must be served on the court officer.
(4) The application and any witness statement must be served on—
(a) the person alleged to be in default; and
(b) the person or authority by whom the compensation would be payable,
at least 5 business days before the date fixed by the court for hearing the application, unless the court directs otherwise.
[Note. See section 72 of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.]

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2025/909/rule/33.20 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/criminal-procedure-rules-2025/rule-33.20
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