# The Distress for Rent Rules 1988, Article 7: Duration of Certificates


(1) A general certificate shall, unless cancelled, have effect for the period of two years from the date of its grant.
(2) A special certificate shall, unless the Judge or Registrar otherwise directs, have effect for one month from the date of its grant, but shall in no case have effect for a period exceeding two months.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1988/2050/article/7 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/distress-for-rent-rules-1988/article-7
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