Cap. 621 Art. 45Principles.   Cap. 319.

Public authorities implementing this Part shall be guided by the following principles:

(a) the respect for fundamental human rights and freedoms as enshrined in the Constitution of Malta and in the

European Convention Act;

(b) the use of preventive measures consisting of non-conviction based confiscation of property provided in this Part shall be subject to the requirements of necessity in a democratic society and proportionality;

(c) confidentiality in conducting any special arrangements provided for by this Part;

(d) increasing and protecting public security and preventing unjustified enrichment from criminal activity.