217Effect on proceedings

217 Effect on proceedings (1) Subject to this section, no proceedings for an alleged contravention of this Act may be commenced or continued against a person if an undertaking in relation to the contravention: (a) is in effect; or (b) is completely discharged. (2) The giving of an undertaking does not constitute an admission of guilt by the person giving it in relation to the alleged contravention or offence. (3) After accepting an undertaking from a person, the Electrical Safety Regulator must take reasonable steps to have the prosecution and any disciplinary proceedings against the person discontinued as soon as possible. (4) Proceedings may be instituted or resumed against a person who gave an undertaking in respect of the alleged contravention or offence if the undertaking is not complied with. (5) The Electrical Safety Regulator must send a written notice to the following advising them whether an undertaking was or was not complied with: (a) the person who gave the undertaking; (b) the Discipline Committee.