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Local Authority Entry to Enforce ASB Orders

Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, s.43 and s.76

  • Warrant: No
  • Force: No
  • Notice: No

Local authorities and constables have powers to enter premises in connection with the enforcement of civil injunctions (Part 1) and closure orders (Part 4) under the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. Closure orders can prohibit access to premises associated with nuisance or disorder.

Conditions

  • A closure order must have been granted by a magistrates' court
  • A constable or authorised person may enter closed premises to assess whether the order is being complied with
  • Closure notices (before a court order) issued by police or local authority restrict access

Limitations

  • Entry is for the purpose of checking compliance with a closure order
  • Cannot be used as a general search power
  • Breach of a closure order is a criminal offence

Last updated 1 April 2026