CTHIn ForceAct
Surveillance Devices Act 2004
27BRemote application
Start here
Get a plain-English read of 27B
Turn the raw legal text into a practical explanation grounded in Surveillance Devices Act 2004.
#### 27B Remote application
(1) If a law enforcement officer believes that it is impracticable for an application for a computer access warrant to be made in person, the application may be made under section 27A by telephone, fax, email or any other means of communication.
(2) If transmission by fax is available and an affidavit has been prepared, the person applying must transmit a copy of the affidavit, whether sworn or unsworn, to the eligible Judge or to the nominated ART member who is to determine the application.