Martinez continued his campaign against the Jews of Seville, calling on clergy and people to destroy synagogues and seize Jewish holy books and other items.

Since a Supreme Court decision in 1992 that expanded the definition of obscenity, Customs officials routinely seize serious literary books as well as pornography.

The police seized books, documents and computer equipment.

Few days later, a number of security elements visited her house and seized her computer, CDs, books, and other personal items.

During World War II Germany seized government archives, paintings, books and other works of art throughout occupied Europe.

Roger L'Estrange is granted a warrant to seize seditious books or pamphlets.

The FBI quickly seizes antique books that were intended for the Dutchman.

Canadian customs agents regularly seize books, magazines and compact disks that that violate standards of decency or promote hate.

In December, counterterrorist police officers raided the United Civil Front's office, seizing books and printed materials advertising a protest march a few days later.