High Court enforcement officer

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High Court Enforcement Officers are authorised by the Lord Chancellor to execute High Court writs. They can seize and sell goods to cover the amount of a debt owed.^[1] They can also enforce and supervise the possession of property and the return of goods.^[1] They replaced Sheriff's Officers in April 2004. Legislation relating the High Court Enforcement Officers includes the Sheriffs Act 1887 and the Courts Act 2003.

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• Ministry of Justice Website

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