Criminal Code
322AMaking off without payment
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322A Making off without payment (a) the person knows he or she is required or expected to make immediate payment for goods or services supplied by someone else; and (b) the person dishonestly makes off— (i) without having paid the amount owing; and (ii) with intent to avoid payment of the amount owing. (2) This section does not apply in relation to a supply of goods or services that is contrary to law. immediate payment includes payment when collecting goods in relation to which a service has been supplied.