RECENT POCA CASE OUTCOME · 24 SEPTEMBER 2026
Ghafar Khan has today successfully concluded a Proceeds of Crime Act matter involving a multi-thousand-pound sum for a European national who now lives in their home country in Europe. The case was managed through secure digital instructions and private remote conferences, allowing the client to participate effectively without being based in England.
Multi-thousand-pound POCA case successfully resolved
The proceedings concerned financial issues under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 and a sum running into several thousand pounds. Careful preparation and communication enabled the matter to be brought to a successful conclusion today.
The client is a European national who currently resides in their home country in Europe. To protect confidentiality, no name, precise location, court or further identifying detail is published.
Can a client living in Europe instruct a UK criminal solicitor?
Yes, depending on the case and the work required. A client does not always need to be physically present in a solicitor’s office to provide instructions. Identity, authority, confidentiality and any court requirements must still be properly addressed.
In this case, Ghafar Khan was able to obtain instructions digitally and conduct private conferences remotely. Documents could be reviewed and issues discussed while the client remained in Europe.
Digital instructions and private video conferences
Ghafar Khan uses secure modern technology to assist communication with clients in England, Wales and overseas. Subject to the needs of the particular case, this may include:
- private video conferences arranged at short notice;
- secure electronic exchange of documents;
- digital review of financial schedules and supporting records;
- telephone and email updates across different time zones; and
- coordination with barristers, experts or overseas lawyers where required.
Digital communication is used to improve access and continuity, not to reduce professional safeguards. Appropriate checks and secure working arrangements remain important.
What is a Proceeds of Crime Act case?
The Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 provides a framework for confiscation and the recovery of criminal property. Confiscation proceedings commonly follow conviction and may involve disputed benefit figures, available assets, financial disclosure, property interests and enforcement.
Where a defendant lives abroad or has property outside the United Kingdom, additional practical and legal issues may arise. Overseas residence does not mean that correspondence or proceedings should be ignored. Early advice can help identify deadlines, obtain documents and define what must be dealt with.
Proceeds of Crime Act solicitor for clients living abroad
Ghafar Khan is a Criminal Defence Solicitor and High Court Advocate with experience in serious fraud, money laundering, confiscation and other complex financial-crime matters. He can personally undertake appropriate work and coordinate experienced specialist barristers where the case requires it.
Instructions from clients living overseas are considered on a private-paying basis, subject to an initial assessment, conflicts checks and agreement about the scope and costs. Remote conferences can often be arranged promptly.
Contact Ghafar Khan about POCA proceedings
If you face confiscation proceedings, enforcement action or another Proceeds of Crime Act issue, contact Ghafar Khan as early as possible. Have available any court order, financial statement, hearing notice and correspondence received from the prosecution.
24/7 mobile: 07500 556587
Office: 03330 110 210
Email: notguilty@ghafarkhan.com
Remote POCA representation FAQs
Can I provide instructions by video from Europe?+
Often, yes. The precise arrangements depend on identity checks, confidentiality, the issues in the case and any requirement to attend court personally.
Can a private conference be arranged at short notice?+
Subject to availability and completion of the necessary initial checks, Ghafar Khan can arrange private telephone or video conferences at short notice.
Speak to Ghafar Khan about a POCA case.
Remote conferences are available for clients living in the UK or overseas.
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