Published on 01 Jan 1999 |
Offence | Sanction on summary conviction | Sanction on conviction on indictment |
Fail to comply with a requirement imposed under the investigation powers. | Fine of up to the statutory maximum (currently £5000). | Unlimited fine. |
Intentionally obstruct an officer carrying out an on-the-spot investigation (dawn raid) without a warrant. | Fine of up to the statutory maximum. | Unlimited fine. |
Intentionally obstruct an officer carrying out an on-the-spot investigation (dawn raid) with a warrant. | Fine of up to the statutory maximum. | Unlimited fine and/or up to two years' imprisonment. |
Intentionally or recklessly destroy, dispose of, falsify or conceal a document the production of which has been required or cause or permit its destruction, disposal, falsification or concealment. | Fine of up to the statutory maximum. | Unlimited fine and/or up to two years' imprisonment. |
Knowingly or recklessly provide information that is false or misleading in a material particular. | Fine of up to the statutory maximum. | Unlimited fine and/or up to two years' imprisonment. |