S59 Police Reform Act 2002 deals with warnings to drivers who use their cars in a way which causes or is likely to cause, alarm, distress or annoyance to members of the public. This law deals with the issue of a warning notice the first time a driver is seen behaving in this way, but if the driving behaviour is repeated within twelve months of the first warning being issued the car can be seized and will only be returned on payment of the statutory charges.

Some car magazines have suggested that there is a procedure to appeal against the issue of a warning notice. Section 60 Police Reform Act 2002 and The Police (Retention and Disposal of Motor Vehicles) Regulations 2002 cover the procedure for seizing and disposing of these vehicles and there is no appeal procedure in the legislation.

Any driver who feels aggrieved by the issue of a warning notice or the seizure of their vehicle should seek independent legal advice