Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has launched legal action over search warrants connected to his February arrest.
The Telegraph first reported that his lawyers want a judicial review of the warrants’ legality. The move is his first public pushback since losing his home, titles and public status.
Thames Valley Police confirmed it is involved in proceedings concerning warrants obtained from the Central Criminal Court.
The force said: “We are engaged in legal proceedings in relation to warrants previously obtained from the Central Criminal Court.”
A spokesperson added that further comment would be inappropriate while the proceedings continue.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is taking legal action following his arrest (Credit: Zak Hussein)
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor seeks judicial review following arrest
Andrew’s lawyers are challenging warrants used for searches at Sandringham and Royal Lodge in Windsor.
The challenge names the chief constable of Thames Valley Police and the Central Criminal Court. A judge issued the warrants on February 18, the day before Andrew’s arrest.
Officers later spent several days conducting searches at Royal Lodge in Windsor and Marsh Farm in Sandringham.
Andrew used to live at Royal Lodge before his eviction. He then moved to the Sandringham Estate.
The hearing is due to begin privately on Thursday afternoon. Police will first ask the judge to keep some documents from public view.
The court will then begin considering the attempt to quash the warrants. That process will examine whether the warrants were lawfully issued.
Andrew was arrested in February (Credit: Zak Hussein)
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