Seizure of goods
18 Dec 2024
The police may seize goods for a number of reasons, including: Evidence: The police may seize items that are directly related to a crime and can be used as evidence. For example, if a suspect has been arrested for a serious offense, the police may seize items during a search with a warrant. Preventing loss or destruction The police may seize items to prevent them from being concealed, lost, damaged, altered, or destroyed. Suspected illegal activity The police may seize assets if they have probable cause to believe that the assets are linked to illegal activity, such as drug trafficking or money laundering. Suspected stolen property The police may seize stolen property or items that could be used to commit a crime, such as a crowbar.
