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But they are only copies, with the originals still hidden away, this time under the watchful eyes of federal authorities until a court approves their new ownership and an auction likely determines their monetary value.

The BBC has been shown multiple copies of the complaint but has been unable to establish whether any action was taken as a result.

Ms Kelly, from Dawsons auctions, said the bundles must be copies made for legal teams.

My Chem, as the band is known among its fans, formed in 2001 in New Jersey and released a total of four studio albums — two of which sold more than a million copies each.

It's sold 4.5 million copies since its early access release in April.