Revised Laws of Saint Lucia (2023)

29DD.   Compensation relating to an account freezing order

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    (1)   This section applies if—

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      (a)     an account freezing order under section 29S is made; and

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      (b)     the money held in the account to which the order applies is not forfeited under an account forfeiture notice.

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    (2)   A person by or for whom the account to which the account freezing order applies, may make an application to the Court for compensation.

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    (3)   Where the Court is satisfied that the person making the application has suffered loss as a result of the making of an account freezing order and that the circumstances are exceptional, the Court may order compensation to be paid to that person.

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    (4)   The amount of compensation to be paid is the amount the Court thinks reasonable, having regard to the loss suffered and any other relevant circumstances.

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    (5)   Compensation is to be paid from the Fund.

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    (Inserted by Act 18 of 2023)

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