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Paragraph 10

United Kingdom

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(1)

This paragraph applies where—

(a)

a forfeiture order or a restraint order is made in or in relation to proceedings for F1a relevant offence, and

(b)

the proceedings result in a conviction which is subsequently quashed on an appeal under section 7(2) or (5).

(2)

A person who had an interest in any property which was subject to the order may apply to the High Court for compensation.

(3)

The High Court may order compensation to be paid to the applicant if satisfied—

(a)

that the applicant has suffered loss in consequence of anything done in relation to the property by or in pursuance of the forfeiture order or restraint order, and

(b)

that, having regard to all the circumstances, it is appropriate to order compensation to be paid.

(4)

Compensation payable under this paragraph shall be paid by the Secretary of State.

Annotations

Textual amendments

F1

Words in Sch. 4 para. 10(1)(a) substituted (18.6.2009) by Counter-Terrorism Act 2008 (c. 28), ss. 39, 100(5), Sch. 3 para. 5(9) (with s. 101(2)); S.I. 2009/1256, art. 2(c)