Return of seized thing—extension of time
454 Return of seized thing—extension of time
A magistrate may, on application by the DPP, extend the relevant period in relation to a seized thing by not longer than 30 days if the magistrate is satisfied there are special reasons for doing so.
A magistrate to whom an application is made may extend the relevant period only if—
the person from whom the thing was seized is told about the application by the DPP; and
the person is given an opportunity to be heard about the extension.
An extension in relation to a seized thing may be given more than once.
In this section:
relevant period, in relation to a seized thing, means—
the 1-year period under section 453 (a) or (b); or
the 60-day period under section 453 (c).
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