49OSeizure of things not mentioned in the warrant

49O Seizure of things not mentioned in the warrant

A search warrant authorises the Chief Investigator, in addition to the seizure of any thing of the kind described in the warrant, to seize any thing which is not of the kind described in the warrant if—

(a) the Chief Investigator believes, on reasonable grounds, that the thing—

(i) is of a kind which could have been included in a warrant issued under this Part; or

(ii) is of significance to an investigation into a public transport safety matter or a marine safety matter; and

(b) the Chief Investigator believes, on reasonable grounds, that it is necessary to seize that thing in order to prevent its concealment, loss or destruction.

S. 49P inserted by No. 25/2025 s. 70.