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Cash seizure, detention and forfeiture under POCA 2002: powers, procedure and extensions in England and Wales

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under POCA 2002 Chapter 3 under Part 5 of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA 2002)

Part 5, Chapter 3 of POCA 2002 establishes the summary process in England and Wales for the recovery of cash, along with related powers to Search, seize, detain and forfeit cash. Under s 294, specified officers may seize cash suspected of being recoverable property, or cash thought to be intended by any person for Use in unlawful conduct. For details on cash search powers and what constitutes cash, recoverable property and unlawful conduct, see Practice Note: Cash searches under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.

POCA 2002, Pt 5, Chs 3A and 3B introduce complementary powers for the recovery of listed items of personal property, such as precious metals and jewellery, and for the Forfeiture of monies held in certain accounts and in bank accounts. See also Practice Notes: Recovery of listed assets under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 and Seizure and forfeiture of monies held in bank accounts under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.

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