SCHEDULES
SCHEDULE 4Forfeiture Orders
Part IIINorthern Ireland
Compensation
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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 an offence under any of sections 15 to 18, and
b
the proceedings result in a conviction which is subsequently quashed on an appeal under section 7(2) or (5), as applied by section 8(2).
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.