(1) This section applies if -
(a) property is detained under section 47J,
(b) a restraint order is in force in respect of the property, and
(c) the order does not include provision under section 41A authorising the detention of the property.
(2) If within the period mentioned in section 47J an application is made for the order to be varied so as to include provision under section 41A authorising detention of the property, the property may be detained until the application is determined or otherwise disposed of.
(3) If such an application is made within that period and the application is refused, the property may be detained until there is no further possibility of an appeal against -
(a) the decision to refuse the application, or
(b) any decision made on an appeal against that decision.
(4) Exempt property seized under section 47C(5A) may be detained under subsections (2) and (3) only with the approval of a senior officer.
(5) In subsection (4) -
"exempt property" has the meaning given
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