Rainer Hughes' Appeal Successfully Secures Civil Court Access for Property Ownership Disputes Amidst Criminal Court Proceedings
LONDON, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- London, May 1st, 2024 - In a landmark ruling with far-reaching implications for third parties in Crown Court proceedings, UK-based legal firm Rainer Hughes has played a pivotal role. The Court of Appeal has reasserted the rights of third parties, dismissing a claim brought forth by Ms. A as an abuse of process. This case has raised important questions about property ownership under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA) and whether such matters should be litigated in the Crown Court or civil proceedings.
- This case has raised important questions about property ownership under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA) and whether such matters should be litigated in the Crown Court or civil proceedings.
- Historically, the CPS maintained a rigid stance, compelling third parties to contest property ownership issues within the Crown Court.
- By advocating for the rights of third parties to access civil proceedings in property disputes, Rainer Hughes has set a precedent for a fairer and more accessible legal landscape.
- Going forward, third parties can leverage civil proceedings to assert their property rights, ensuring a fair and equitable resolution to their claims."