Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Former Prince Andrew is taking legal action against England’s Thames Valley Police in connection with his arrest last February.
Andrew’s lawyers have applied for a judicial review to determine the lawfulness of the search warrants that allowed police to search Andrew’s home at Sandringham estate in Norfolk and his former residence, Royal Lodge, in Windsor, UK. Telegram The newspaper reported on Monday, October 5.
“We are taking legal action in relation to warrants previously obtained from the Central Criminal Court,” a Thames Valley Police spokesman told the BBC on Monday. “As these legal proceedings are currently ongoing, it would be inappropriate for us to comment further.”
Per TelegramAndrew is the first member of the royal family to challenge “the lawfulness of criminal proceedings against them since the trial of Charles I in 1649”.
Andrew was arrested on suspicion of abuse of public office on February 19, his 66th birthday.
Deputy Chief of Police Oliver Wright “Following a thorough evaluation, we launched an investigation into allegations of misconduct in public office,” a statement said at the time.
“It is important that we maintain the integrity and impartiality of our investigation as we work with our partners to investigate this alleged crime,” he continued. “We understand the significant public interest in this case and will provide updates at the appropriate time.”
Andrew’s arrest comes just weeks after Thames Valley Police confirmed to the BBC it was assessing claims the former prince shared confidential information with the deceased sex offender. jeffrey epstein He served as UK trade ambassador, a position he held between 2001 and 2011.
The arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is likely to affect members of the British royal family. Andrew was arrested on his 66th birthday in February 2026 on suspicion of abuse of public office. “Following a thorough assessment, we have launched an investigation into allegations of misconduct in public office,” Thames Valley Police Deputy Chief Oliver Wright said. […]
Andrew’s legal challenge comes after Buckingham Palace’s brother King Charles IIIIt was stripping the former Duke of York of his royal style, titles and dignity amid scrutiny over sexual assault allegations and his relationship with Epstein. Andrew has always maintained his innocence and denied any wrongdoing.
“Prince Andrew will now be known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. His lease at Royal Lodge has provided him with legal protection to continue his residence to date,” the Palace said in a statement in October 2025. “Formal notice has been given to cancel the lease and he will move to alternative private accommodation. These censures are deemed necessary despite the fact that he continues to deny the allegations against him.”
Following Andrew’s arrest in February, Charles, 77, said: “I have learned with deep concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and the suspicion of misconduct in public office. There is now a full, fair and appropriate process to ensure that this matter is investigated appropriately and by the appropriate authorities. In this matter, as I have said, we have our full and wholehearted support and co-operation.”
“Let me be clear: The law must take its course,” the King continued. “While this process is ongoing, it would not be appropriate for me to comment further on this matter. In the meantime, my family and I will continue our duty and service to all of you.”