33Application of Criminal Code

33 Application of Criminal Code Part IIAA of the Criminal Code applies to an offence against this Act. Notes for section 33 1 Part IIAA of the Criminal Code states the general principles of criminal responsibility, establishes general defences, and deals with burden of proof. It also defines, or elaborates on, certain concepts commonly used in the creation of offences. 2 In particular, under section 43BE of the Criminal Code, a person is not criminally responsible for an offence if the conduct constituting the offence is justified or excused by or under a law. Accordingly, the authorisations for health practitioners and others to deal with Scheduled substances under Part 2.3 provide a defence to an offence against Part 2.1 or 2.2.

Part 2.1 Requirements for registration and licensing of manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers Medicines, Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Act 2012 22 Part 2.1 Requirements for registration and licensing of manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers