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Corrections Act 1997
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### 12 Visits
> > (1) A person may enter a prison and visit a prisoner or detainee in accordance with procedures determined by the Director.
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> > (2) The Director may give to a visitor under this section such orders as are necessary for the management, good order and security of the prison.
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> > (3) A visitor who disobeys a Director's order is guilty of an offence.
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> > Penalty: Fine not exceeding 5 penalty units.