17BHow possession limits are imposed

17B How possession limits are imposed

17B How possession limits are imposed

(1) A possession limit may be imposed—

(a) by the regulations, or

(b) by Ministerial order.

(2) If there is any inconsistency between a possession limit imposed by the regulations and a possession limit imposed by Ministerial order, the possession limit imposed by Ministerial order prevails.

(3) The Minister is required to consult any relevant advisory council or advisory group about any proposal to impose a possession limit by regulation or to change possession limits imposed by the regulations.

(4) In this section—

Ministerial order means an order of the Minister under section 17C.

s 17B: Ins 2015 No 59, Sch 1 [12].