128Form of charge

128 Form of charge (1) A charge must— (a) be in writing; and (b) contain particulars of the alleged breach of discipline; and (c) specify when and where an inquiry into the charge is to be conducted; and (d) specify that the police officer or protective services officer must state in writing whether or not he or she admits or denies the truth of the charge; and (e) specify the time within which the officer must make the statement under paragraph (d). (2) If a police officer or protective services officer has not made the statement required under subsection (1)(d) within the time specified under subsection (1)(e), the Chief Commissioner may proceed without the statement.