a console latch for securing a first console closure panel to a first compartment bin and for securing the first compartment bin to a second compartment bin , the latch including a double pawl member with pawl latching elements on each end thereof , and an actuation button for actuating the latch , a locking member being carried on the housing and selectively positionable between a first position which permits actuation of the pawl and a second position which prevents actuation of the pawl . the actuating member including a living spring element which returns the member to its original position after it has been depressed for actuation , and the double pawl member including a spring feature .