Cash Detention & Seizures

Cash Detention Orders & Cash Seizure Barrister

Since 2002, the law has permitted police officers or customs officials to seize cash above the value of £1,000 if they believe this money is going to be used in an illegal way or if they suspect that it has come from an illegal source.

If you find yourself subject to cash seizure proceedings, this will undoubtedly be a stressful and confusing experience. In most cases, people are unsure about what steps authorities are permitted to take, and what the appropriate methods are for challenging the seizure of their money.

I specialise in providing legal representation in relation to all accusations of financial crime, and can provide the strongest defence on behalf of those subject to confiscation proceedings, challenging the seizing of cash and helping you retain your assets.

The law in respect of recovering the alleged proceeds of crime can be extremely harsh and in many cases will be strictly enforced, but you can be sure that I have the required skills, knowledge and determination to ruthlessly develop a top-level strategy on your behalf. Call me today to find out how we can help.

Instructing your Cash Seizure defence team

You can instruct Tanveer Qureshi directly without the need for a solicitor. This can be one way of helping to manage legal representation costs. In some cases, after speaking with you, we may recommend that your defence needs are best accommodated by instructing Tanveer via a solicitor. We will be able to explain the most cost-effective and practical strategy after reviewing your case details.

Instructing a barrister directly is called ‘direct access’, as you can come directly to a barrister for legal representation. There are many benefits to this approach and to find out more, please visit our direct access page.

Telephone Discussion

To discuss your circumstances and for a quote for legal representation, please contact us on 0203 637 2190. Alternatively, you can use the contact form or WhatsApp link for urgent legal advice. To book an appointment for a discussion, you can also email Tanveer directly on tanveer@tqlegal.co.uk and he will get back to you as soon as possible.

What is the law in respect of cash seizures?The Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA) gives authorities such as the police and customs officials the power to seize sums of cash of £1,000 or more, in any currency, cheques or bonds, if they have grounds for suspecting that it has come from, or is intended to be used to commit a crime.

Once this cash has been seized it can then be detained for a period of up to 48 hours, after which the Magistrates’ Court is required to be satisfied that the grounds for suspicion are reasonable. If the Court decides that the seizure is reasonable and that the continued detention of the money is justified for the purpose of completing investigations into its source and intended use, the cash will continue to be held by the authorities.

Dependent upon the outcome of an investigation following a cash seizure, an application may subsequently be made by prosecutors for forfeiture under POCA.

How can cash seizures be challenged?

If you are subject to a cash seizure under POCA, it is essential that you seek legal advice as soon as possible to give yourself the strongest chance of successfully challenging the detention of your money. It is regularly the case that cash seizures are made following a raid by police on an individual’s home or business premises.

In many cases, clients will seek to challenge a cash seizure on the basis that the money is from a legitimate source, or by claiming that they are the rightful owner of cash that has been seized from another party or associated premises. If an individual is able to prove that money has not been illegally procured or intended for a criminal purpose, then they will be able to recover it. I have many years of experience in representing clients in relation to alleged financial crimes and I am best placed to help you recover any seized cash.

If you need any further help and advice regarding cash seizures please contact me via my mobile or on the enquiry page via my website. I have a wealth of experience dealing with the prosecution, defence and investigations into all aspects of financial crime.

Why instruct TQ Legal?We understand how to deal with the authorities in challenging cash seizures and Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) matters.

Tanveer has an enviable reputation for successfully representing clients in complex and serious matters and will protect your interests from the outset.

Reputation & Media

Tanveer has often been featured in the media, including the BBC, The Guardian, The Telegraph and The Independent to name but a few.

Having represented individuals, company directors and businesses for almost 20 years in serious legal matters, he has earned a reputation for delivering successful outcomes for clients often in difficult circumstances and against the odds.

He has also been highly recommended in prominent legal directories such as The Legal 500 with feedback including such quotes as, “He, in my opinion, is a master tactician and grasps the most pertinent aspects of a case immediately”.

How to make contactWe can support you wherever you are based and understand that you will want urgent legal advice and assistance.

To discuss your circumstances and for a no obligation quote for legal representation, please contact us on 0203 637 2190.

Alternatively, you can use the contact form or WhatsApp link for urgent legal advice. To book an appointment for a discussion you can also email Tanveer directly on tanveer@tqlegal.co.uk and he’ll get back to as soon as possible.