18Access to premises etc.

#### 18 Access to premises etc. (1) The functions of an inspector under this section are to search for, inspect, take extracts from and make copies of any levy‑related documents. (2) An inspector may, with the consent of the occupier of any premises, enter the premises for the purpose of exercising the functions of an inspector under this section. (3) If an inspector has reason to believe that there are levy‑related documents on particular premises, the inspector may make an application to a Magistrate for a warrant authorising the inspector to enter the premises for the purpose of exercising the functions of an inspector under this section. (4) If the Magistrate is satisfied by information on oath or affirmation: (a) that there is reasonable ground for believing that there are levy‑related documents on the premises; and (b) that the issue of the warrant is reasonably required for the purposes of this Act; the Magistrate may issue a warrant authorising the inspector to enter the premises: (c) with such assistance as the inspector thinks necessary, and if necessary by reasonable force; and (d) during such hours of the day or night as the warrant specifies, or, if the warrant so specifies, at any time; for the purpose of exercising the functions of an inspector under this section. (5) If an inspector has entered any premises under subsection (2), or under a warrant, the inspector may exercise the functions of an inspector under this section. (6) A person must not obstruct or hinder an inspector who is acting: (a) under a warrant; or (b) under subsection (5) in relation to the execution of a warrant. Penalty: 20 penalty units. (7) In this section: > levy‑related documents means any documents relating to: (a) matters in respect of which the levy is, or may be, payable; and (b) the collection of amounts on account of the levy and the application of those amounts to discharge purchasers’ liabilities for the levy; and (ba) the operation of an arrangement under section 12A; and (c) the payment of the levy. > premises includes the following: (a) a structure, building, aircraft, vehicle or vessel; (b) a place (whether enclosed or built on or not); (c) a part of a thing referred to in paragraph (a) or (b). > warrant means a warrant granted under this section.