Crime (International Co-operation) Act 2003

25 Release 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.