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Crimes Act 1900
252VFortification inspection order—length
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252V Fortification inspection order—length
(1) A fortification inspection 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 inspection order remains in force until the earlier of
the following:
(a) the day stated in the order;
(b) the day 3 years after the day the fortification removal order in
relation to the premises ended.
(3) However, if the chief police officer gives the Magistrates Court
written notice that the fortification inspection order is no longer
required the fortification inspection order ceases to have effect.