Territorial Extent Commentary on Sections Section 54: Execution of search and seizure warrants
229.Subsection (1) gives effect to Schedule 2 which sets out conditions for the search and seizure of premises in pursuance of a warrant. Failure to comply with such conditions would render the entry and search of premises unlawful (subsection (2)). Subsection (3) enables a police or customs officer to use reasonable force to enter premises. It is an offence to obstruct an officer executing a warrant (subsection (4)); the maximum penalty on conviction for such an offence is a level 3 fine (currently £1,000) (subsection (5)).