41Commitment period

41 Commitment period

(1) In determining the commitment period to be specified in a notice given to a person under subsection 40(3), the Minister: (a) must do so in accordance with any requirements prescribed by the rules; and (b) must not determine a period that ends before 30 June 2027. (2) The Minister may, in accordance with a written application made by the person, vary or terminate the person’s commitment period by written notice given to the person. (3) A variation or termination must not be inconsistent with any requirements prescribed by the rules, but (subject to the rules) may have the effect that the period as varied or terminated ends before 30 June 2027. (4) If the Minister decides to refuse the application, the Minister must give the person written notice of the decision.

Note: A decision to refuse an application is a reviewable decision and reasons and notice of review rights must be given (see sections 72 and 73).