34.39 Information For Search Warrant - Criminal Assets Bureau Act 1996, Section 14(1) (As Substituted By Criminal Justice Act 2006, Section 190(1))

What this form is for

• • When a search warrant is needed for assets under the Criminal Assets Bureau Act.
• • If the investigation involves financial accounts, property or other traceable assets.
• • To provide the court with a statutory basis for the search.
• • When the request is made by a police officer or CAB investigator, not a private citizen.
• • If you need to attach documentary evidence of asset ownership.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

The information request must be filed before the warrant application is lodged; there is no statutory calendar deadline, but delays can jeopardise the investigation’s timeliness.

Before you submit

• • All suspect details (name, address, DOB) are filled in.
• • Asset description includes type, value and location.
• • Legal basis cites Section 14(1) of the CAB Act and the relevant amendment.
• • Supporting documents are attached and clearly labelled.
• • Officer’s name, rank and signature are present.
• • Date of completion is entered.
• • Correct court registry address is used.
• • Copy of the completed form retained for records.

How to file this form

1. 1Prepare a complete asset information dossier.
2. 2Complete Form 34.39 on paper or electronically.
3. 3Attach all required annexes (statements, titles, etc.).
4. 4Sign and date the form as the authorised officer.
5. 5Deliver to the appropriate District Court registry or upload via e‑filing.
6. 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgement from the court.
7. 7File a copy in the investigation file for future reference.

Known limitations

• • Form only covers assets under the CAB Act; other statutes require different forms.
• • Electronic submission is limited to courts that have enabled the e‑filing service.
• • The form does not provide space for extensive narrative; use annexes for detail.
• • Only authorised law enforcement personnel may sign.