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Special Prosecutors Act 1982

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#### 16 Acting Special Prosecutor The Attorney‑General may appoint a person to act as a Special Prosecutor during any period, or during all periods, when a Special Prosecutor is absent from duty or from Australia or is, for any reason, unable to perform the functions of his or her office. > Note: For rules that apply to acting appointments, see section 33A of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901.

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