POCA and Confiscation

Proceed of Crime Act (POCA) offences, restraint and confiscation refers to the court’s power to confiscate assets gained from crime. The assets or income can be seized at the beginning of a criminal investigation. Failure or refusal to pay the sum within the given time period can result in imprisonment.

Our team of professionals have the knowledge and expertise to understand and offer advice on complex confiscation issues.

If you’re facing investigation under POCA, our team of solicitors can help you understand two types of orders including restraint orders and confiscation orders. A confiscation order is enforced by the Magistrates, and will require you to pay a given sum of money.

Homes, luxury cars, stocks and shares, jewellery and commercial property can be seized by the court.

At Empire Law we can provide you with legal advice and representation throughout the investigation. If you need assistance with POCA, proceedings, contact us today.