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Graffiti Control Regulation 2021
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4 Reasons for seizure
4 Reasons for seizure
(1) When seizing a spray paint can from a person under the Act, section 9 (referred to in this Part as a seized spray paint can), a police officer must give reasons to the person for the seizure.
(2) When giving reasons, the police officer must tell the person that the police officer—
(a) suspects the person is less than 18 years of age, and
(b) is satisfied the person has the spray paint can in his or her possession for an unlawful purpose.