Restraint Orders
If you have been made subject to a Restraint Order,you should seek immediate legal advice as to its implications and your obligations under its terms.
- We are experienced in applying to vary Restraint Orders, and have achieved considerable success in securing extra living expenses for clients under the terms of such Orders.
- We will advise you on the implications of these orders, and liaise with the investigating authorities for you as well as challenging the terms of the Order where necessary.
- Restraint Orders are usually imposed on individuals who are being investigated in relation to serious crime or fraud, and where there are significant amounts of money involved.
- A Restraint Order may be imposed on your arrest and interview under caution; it may, however, be imposed on you at a later stage in the proceedings, or even before you have been arrested.
- A Restraint Order will impose restrictions on all your financial dealings. Initially you will usually be limited to around £250 per week for your living expenses. It is, however, possible to apply to have your Restraint Order varied so that you can access more of your funds.
- When you are first notified of a restraint order it is important that you contact us immediately. This will enable us to act swiftly on your behalf and let you manage your finances effectively and expediently.
- At BSB Solicitors, our experience with clients who have complex financial arrangements means we can make the appropriate applications.
- We will ensure you will experience the minimum amount of disturbance to your personal and business affairs whilst you are investigated or prosecuted.
- Paul Butcher, Ravinder Khumra and other members the Serious Fraud Team will advise you on the best way to respond, if you are served with a Restraint Order.
