Application by the Prosecution under s22 Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 to increase the realisable assets of S, who had been convicted of the index offence some 10 years previously.
S had purchased a family home in 2021 which had come to the attention of the authorities. It was submitted successfully on behalf of S that, in view of all the circumstances it would be unjust to increase the realisable figure to the full amount requested by the Prosecution .Thus allowing the defendant the option of keeping his family home.
Counsel instructed: Ben Rowe – Crucible Chambers
