98Moving things to another place

98 Moving things to another place (1) A thing found at premises entered under a warrant may be moved to another place for examination or processing to decide whether it may be seized under the warrant if— (a) both of the following apply: (i) there are reasonable grounds for believing that the thing is, or contains something, to which the warrant relates; (ii) it is significantly more practicable to examine or process the thing at the other place having regard to the timeliness and cost of examining or processing the thing and the availability of expert assistance; or (b) the occupier of the premises agrees in writing.

(2) The thing may be moved to the other place for examination or processing for not longer than 72 hours. (3) An authorised person may apply to a magistrate for an extension of time if the authorised person believes on reasonable grounds that the thing cannot be examined or processed within 72 hours. (4) The authorised person must give notice of the application to the occupier of the premises, and the occupier is entitled to be heard on the application. (5) If a thing is moved to another place under this section, the authorised person must, if practicable— (a) tell the occupier of the premises the address of the place, and time, the examination or processing will be carried out; and (b) allow the occupier or the occupier’s representative to be present during the examination or processing. (6) The provisions of this part relating to the issue of warrants apply, with any necessary changes, to giving an extension under this section.