Part 1Mutual assistance in criminal matters
Chapter 2Mutual provision of evidence
Overseas freezing orders
I125Release of evidence held under the order
1
On an application made by a person mentioned below, the nominated court may authorise the release of any evidence retained by a constable under section 24 if, in its opinion—
a
the condition in section 21(6) or (7) is met, or
b
the overseas freezing order has ceased to have effect in the participating country.
2
In relation to England and Wales and Northern Ireland, the persons are—
a
the chief officer of police to whom a copy of the order was sent,
b
the constable,
c
any other person affected by the order.
3
In relation to Scotland, the persons are—
a
the procurator fiscal to whom a copy of the order was sent,
b
any other person affected by the order.
4
If the territorial authority decides not to give a notice under section 24(2) in respect of any evidence retained by a constable under that section, the authority must give the constable a notice authorising him to release the evidence.