Practice

Arrest, Search & Seizure of Property

Intrusive powers, used too readily, and capable of being challenged.

Of the Bar

Practical advice, from the outset

A person's arrest, the search of their premises and the seizure of their property can be hugely damaging. This is a niche area of law and we work closely with specialist counsel in seeking injunctive relief where necessary, and the appropriate remedies for the unlawful use of these intrusive powers.

I

If you have been arrested it is also likely that your home and business premises have been searched, and your property seized.

This can cause enormous disruption, financial loss, and damage to reputation.

II

Someone affected by a search and seizure operation, or arrest and detention, will find but a few firms of solicitors in the UK who have the specialist knowledge to challenge their legality. A search may be conducted pursuant to a search warrant or under powers that arise when a person is arrested. Once a set of premises is searched this can lead to the seizure of mobile phones, computers and other valuable documents.

III

The authorities quite often perform unlawful arrests meaning the contingent powers of search and seizure do not lawfully arise, or they may seek a search warrant on a flawed basis. If this is the case, the individual has a variety of remedies available by challenging the misuse, or even abuse of these powers by state agents. If you feel you have been subjected to an unlawful arrest, or search and seizure operation our team can quickly tell you if those feelings are justified in law, and are able to advise you accordingly of your rights and remedies.

IV

Haley's Solicitors offers exceptional competence in this intricate area of law.

This competence is our team, consisting of senior search warrant solicitors and the specialist counsel whom we instruct. On your behalf, we can seek appropriate injunctive or other relief within hours of being notified.

In confidence

Write to chambers

Describe the issue first, then what you want to achieve.

Confidential consultation

Speak to a barrister-led team at the outset.

Call 0121 285 3211, use our 24-hour lines, or send a short enquiry. We will tell you, plainly, what can be done.