Successful Restoration of HGV Free of Charge Following Discovery of over 70kgs of Smuggled Tobacco

Millicent Dooher, barrister, represented this European haulier in their restoration application for the return of their tractor unit following the discovery of excise goods by Border Force. Border Force had identified over 70kgs of tobacco within the load and seized the vehicle.

Millicent was able to convince the National Post Seizure Unit to restore the vehicle free of charge through written representations.

Where goods or assets are seized, it is only the owner who can obtain the goods/assets back. They must be able to show that they have acted reasonably and responsibly when conducting their duties, including any arrangement of the consignment, checks on consignees and consignors, checks on employees etc. If you have had a vehicle seized, get in touch with one of our lawyers today to see whether we can help get your goods/vehicles back. You only have 45 days from seizure before Border Force will dispose of your asset.