Regulatory AlertsCriminal Justice (International Co-Operation) (Enforcement of Overseas Forfeiture Orders) Order
The Government of the Virgin Islands issued this Order to establish a comprehensive framework for enforcing overseas forfeiture orders within its High Court. It authorizes the registration of external forfeiture orders from requesting countries, enabling local courts to issue restraint orders and appoint receivers to secure and manage assets pending final disposal. The legislation details evidentiary standards, procedural requirements for applications, and the conditions under which forfeited property is recovered and disposed of in accordance with international cooperation principles.
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