35ECriminal records check

35E Criminal records check

(1) The Regulator may require a person under consideration for appointment as a licensing inspector to consent to having the person's photograph, finger prints and palm prints taken.

(2) The Regulator must refer a copy of any photograph, finger prints and palm prints and any supporting documentation to the Chief Commissioner of Police.

(3) The Chief Commissioner of Police must inquire into and report to the Regulator on matters relating to whether the person under consideration is of good repute, having regard to character, honesty and integrity.

(4) The Chief Commissioner of Police must ensure that—

(a) any copies of photographs, finger prints and palm prints and any supporting documentation received under subsection (2) are destroyed—

(i) within 28 days after they are no longer required in connection with the Chief Commissioner's inquiry and report under subsection (3); or

(ii) no later than 6 months from the date they were received—

whichever is the earlier; and

(b) the person to whom they relate is notified of the destruction as soon as practicable.

(5) The Regulator must ensure that—

(a) any photographs, finger prints or palm prints taken under subsection (1) are destroyed—

(i) within 28 days after they are no longer required in connection with the consideration of the person's appointment as a licensing inspector; or

(ii) no later than 6 months from the date they were taken—

whichever is the earlier; and

(b) the person to whom they relate is notified of the destruction as soon as practicable.

S. 35F inserted by No. 51/2024 s. 12.