195QProsecution of offences

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195Q Prosecution of offences

A prosecution for an offence against section 195N(1) or 195O(1)—

(a) may only be commenced by the Director of Public Prosecutions or a police officer; and

(b) if the prosecution is of a person under the age of 18 years, may only be commenced by a police officer with the consent of the Director of Public Prosecutions.

S. 195R inserted by No. 11/2025 s. 4.