National Security Act 2023

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7(1)A statement made by a person in response to a requirement imposed under a customer information order may not be used in evidence against them in criminal proceedings.

(2)Sub-paragraph (1) does not apply on a prosecution for an offence where, in giving evidence, the person makes a statement inconsistent with the statement mentioned in sub-paragraph (1).

(3)A statement may not be used against a person by virtue of sub-paragraph (2) unless—

(a)evidence relating to it is adduced, or

(b)a question relating to it is asked,

by or on behalf of the person in the proceedings arising out of the prosecution.

Commencement Information

I1Sch. 4 para. 7 not in force at Royal Assent, see 100(1)

I2Sch. 4 para. 7 in force at 20.12.2023 by S.I. 2023/1272, reg. 2(a)