29Entry to residential premises

29 Entry to residential premises (1) An authorised officer must not: (a) enter residential premises for the purpose mentioned in section 26(2)(b); or (b) enter residential premises for any other purpose without: (i) the consent of the occupier of the premises obtained in accordance with subsection (2); or (ii) a warrant issued under section 30. (2) An authorised officer seeking an occupier's consent to enter residential premises must: (a) show the officer's identity card to the occupier; and (b) inform the occupier of the reasons why the entry is sought; and (c) inform the occupier that the occupier may refuse to give consent. (3) Having entered residential premises, an authorised officer may remain on the premises for as long as is reasonably necessary to achieve the purpose of the entry.