137Manner of giving directions under this Division

137 Manner of giving directions under this Division (1) A direction under this Division may be given orally or in writing. (2) If giving a direction orally, the inspector giving the direction— (a) must state whether it is to be complied with immediately or within a specified period; and (b) must warn the person to whom the direction is given that it is an offence under this Act to fail to comply with a direction. (3) If giving a direction in writing, the inspector must ensure that the direction— (a) states the period within which it is to be complied with; and (b) states that it is an offence under this Act to fail to comply with a direction. (4) A written direction may be given to, or sent by post to, the person to whom it is directed. S. 138 inserted by No. 44/2003 s. 3.