Racing and Wagering Act 2024
249Powers related to seizures
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249 Powers related to seizures (1) An inspector may do any of the following: (a) move a seized thing from the place of seizure; (b) take reasonable steps to restrict access to a seized thing at the place of seizure; (c) dismantle, or cause to be dismantled, any seized equipment; (d) require the person in control of a seized thing: (i) to take it to a reasonable place by a reasonable time; and (ii) to remain in control of it at the place for a reasonable Examples for subsection (1)(b) 1 Sealing a thing and marking it to show access to it is restricted. 2 Sealing the entrance to a room where the seized thing is situated and marking it to show access to it is restricted. (2) A requirement imposed on a person under this section must be: (a) made by written notice; or (b) if it is not practicable to give it in writing – made orally and confirmed by written notice as soon as practicable. (3) A person who is required to do something by an inspector under this section must comply with the inspector's requirements.
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