12Handling security classified documents

#### 12 Handling security classified documents (1) An authorised recipient in relation to a security classified document may only handle the document for the purpose of the proceeding to which the document relates. (2) Except for the purpose of carrying the security classified document or using it in court, the authorised recipient may only: (a) if the document is assigned the security classification TOP SECRET or Codeword material—handle the document in an area approved by the Commonwealth for the purpose of handling documents with that security classification; or (b) in any other case—handle the document in a discrete area. (3) When handling the document, the authorised recipient must ensure that the document cannot be viewed by any person other than: (a) an authorised recipient in relation to the document; or (b) a judicial officer.