149Person loitering may be directed to leave vicinity

149 Person loitering may be directed to leave vicinity (1) A correctional officer may direct a person who is loitering in the vicinity of a custodial correctional facility to leave the vicinity if the correctional officer considers it is appropriate to do so in order to maintain the security and good order of the facility.

Correctional Services Act 2014 67 (2) When giving the direction, the officer must tell the person that failure to comply with the direction is an offence. Note for section 149 Failing to leave the vicinity of a custodial correctional facility when directed to do so may constitute an offence against section 181.