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Crimes Act 1900
252PFortification removal order—length
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252P Fortification removal order—length
(1) A fortification removal order in relation to premises takes effect on—
(a) if the occupier of the premises is before the Magistrates Court
when the order is made—the day the order is made; or
(b) if the occupier of the premises is not before the Magistrates
Court when the order is made—the day the order is served on
the occupier.
(2) A fortification removal order remains in force for 12 months.
(3) However, if the chief police officer gives the Magistrates Court
written notice that the fortification removal order is no longer
required, the fortification removal order ceases to have effect.