54Execution of search and seizure warrantsU.K.
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(1)Schedule 2 (execution of search and seizure warrants) has effect.
(2)An entry on or search of premises under a search and seizure warrant is unlawful unless it complies with that Schedule.
(3)A police or customs officer may use reasonable force, if necessary, for the purpose of entering premises under a search and seizure warrant.
(4)An offence is committed by a person who without reasonable excuse obstructs a police or customs officer executing or seeking to execute a search and seizure warrant.
(5)A person guilty of an offence under subsection (4) is liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding level 3 on the standard scale.
Commencement Information
I1S. 54 in force at 3.5.2015 by S.I. 2015/820, reg. 2(j)