12False or misleading statements or conduct

12 False or misleading statements or conduct

(1)  A person must not, in soliciting for any charitable purpose, by any misleading or deceptive statement, representation or promise –

(a) falsely represent the purpose for which the money or benefit is sought; or

(b) represent that the person has a sponsorship, approval or affiliation that he or she does not have.

Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 100 penalty units or imprisonment for a period not exceeding 6 months.

(2)  A person must not, in soliciting for any charitable purpose, engage in any conduct that is misleading or deceptive or is likely to mislead or deceive.

Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 100 penalty units or imprisonment for a period not exceeding 6 months.