94Occupier entitled to observe search etc

94 Occupier entitled to observe search etc (1) If the occupier of premises or a vehicle, or someone else who apparently represents the occupier, is present at the premises or in the vehicle while a warrant is being executed, the person is entitled to observe the search being conducted.

(2) However, the person is not entitled to observe the search if— (a) to do so would impede the search; or (b) the person is under arrest, and allowing the person to observe the search being conducted would interfere with the purpose of the search. (3) This section does not prevent 2 or more areas of the premises or vehicle being searched at the same time.