68Search warrants

68 Search warrants (1) An authorised officer may apply to a judicial officer for a search warrant if the officer believes on reasonable grounds that entry to the premises is necessary for the purpose of an investigation.

Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2017 53 (2) The application: (a) must specify the investigation to which the warrant relates, including the kind of improper conduct being investigated; and (b) may be made: (i) in person; or (ii) if that is not practical – by telephone, fax or other electronic method. (3) The judicial officer may issue a search warrant to the authorised officer if satisfied by evidence on oath that there are reasonable grounds for the belief mentioned in subsection (1). (4) A search warrant authorises an authorised officer to enter and remain on the premises specified in the warrant for the purpose of carrying out a search of the premises or persons on or about the premises. (5) A search warrant may authorise the exercise of the powers conferred by the warrant: (a) at any time; or (b) subject to limitations as to hours of the day (or night), or other limits as to the time, when the powers may be exercised. (6) A search warrant must specify the date on which it ceases to have effect, which must be not later than 30 days after the date on which it is issued. (7) A search warrant may be executed by the authorised officer to whom it is issued or by another authorised officer. (8) The authorised officer executing a search warrant must produce the warrant for inspection when asked by a person on the premises.