236 Duration of temporary assessment order (1) A temporary assessment order made after notice is given under section 228 remains in force for the period (not exceeding 21 days) beginning on the date of the order that is specified in the order. (2) A temporary assessment order that is made on an application under section 229 remains in force for the period (not exceeding 10 days) beginning on the date of the order that is specified in the order. (3) A temporary assessment order cannot be extended. (4) Despite subsections (2) and (3), if an application is made under section 235 to vary or revoke an order referred to in subsection (2), the Court, if it considers exceptional circumstances exist, may extend the period of operation of the order to a total period not exceeding 21 days.

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