454Return of seized thing—extension of time

454 Return of seized thing—extension of time (1) A magistrate may, on application by the DPP, extend the relevant period in relation to a seized thing by not longer than 30 days if the magistrate is satisfied there are special reasons for doing so. (2) A magistrate to whom an application is made may extend the relevant period only if— (a) the person from whom the thing was seized is told about the application by the DPP; and (b) the person is given an opportunity to be heard about the extension. (3) An extension in relation to a seized thing may be given more than once. relevant period, in relation to a seized thing, means— (a) the 1-year period under section 453 (a) or (b); or (b) the 60-day period under section 453 (c).