In recent years the UK Government has made great legislative inroads into seizing and recovering monies that have formed part of alleged criminal offences and lifestyles.
The introduction of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 gave the courts what has been defined by many as draconian powers, in order that those monies and property that have been deemed as part of criminal activities and lifestyle be seized and recovered.
It is not unusual to understand that confiscation and asset recovery cases can cause a similar if not more upset to people that the substantive criminal case itself. The burden of proof is very much shifted from the prosecution to the defence in rebutting the financial and asset based presumptions that are raised before the courts.
As with many legislative changes and their due applications before the courts, the law is tested on a case by case basis and the subtlety of case law and its intricate workings can become paramount within a case and its likelihood of success.
By instructing and seeking advice from an experienced direct access fraud barrister you can be assured that those representing you have a wealth of experience in such matters and putting well structured arguments before the courts. When so much can be at stake, you need someone who can give you pragmatic and clear advice whilst dealing with the complexities of the law itself.
If you are facing asset recovery or confiscation proceedings it is imperative that you receive expert advice from an experience direct access fraud barrister as soon as you can; in order to meet the court led deadlines and assure the best possible result for your case.
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