53Hindering or obstructing police officers or authorised officers

### 53 Hindering or obstructing police officers or authorised officers > A person must not hinder or obstruct a police officer or an authorised officer acting in the exercise of powers conferred by this Act. > > Penalty:  In the case of – > > > > (a) a first offence – a fine not exceeding 25 penalty units; and > > > > > (b) a second or subsequent offence – a fine not exceeding 50 penalty units.