Explanatory Notes

Terrorism Act 2000

2000 CHAPTER 11

20th July 2000

Commentary

Part Iii: Terrorist Property

Section 25: Seizure and detention

36.Once cash has been seized, then under this section it can be detained for up to 48 hours. During that time the authorities must either seek continued detention or forfeiture. If neither of these occurs during the first 48 hours, the cash will be returned.