31Misuse of assumed identity

31 Misuse of assumed identity

(1)  An authorised officer is guilty of an offence if –

(a) he or she intentionally, knowingly or recklessly acquires evidence of, or uses, an assumed identity covered by his or her authority; and

(b) he or she knows that, or is reckless as to whether, the acquisition or use is not –

(i) in accordance with his or her authority; or

(ii) in the course of duty.

Penalty:  Imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2 years.

(2)  An authorised civilian is guilty of an offence if –

(a) he or she intentionally, knowingly or recklessly acquires evidence of, or uses, an assumed identity covered by his or her authority; and

(b) he or she knows that, or is reckless as to whether, the acquisition or use is not in accordance with –

(i) his or her authority; or

(ii) the directions of his or her supervisor under the authority.

Penalty:  Imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2 years.