Weapons Regulation 2016
sec.143How handcuffs or baton must be worn
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sec.143 How handcuffs or baton must be worn
A person must not wear handcuffs or a telescopic baton unless the handcuffs or baton are fully concealed in a closed pouch. Maximum penalty—10 penalty units. A person must not wear a baton (other than a telescopic baton) unless it is secured in a suitable holder that is securely attached to a belt around the person’s waist. Maximum penalty—10 penalty units. In this section— wear does not include wear during— a performance or re-enactment; or a demonstration of the handcuffs or baton. (sec.143-ssec.1) A person must not wear handcuffs or a telescopic baton unless the handcuffs or baton are fully concealed in a closed pouch. Maximum penalty—10 penalty units. (sec.143-ssec.2) A person must not wear a baton (other than a telescopic baton) unless it is secured in a suitable holder that is securely attached to a belt around the person’s waist. Maximum penalty—10 penalty units. (sec.143-ssec.3) In this section— wear does not include wear during— a performance or re-enactment; or a demonstration of the handcuffs or baton.
- (a) a performance or re-enactment; or
- (b) a demonstration of the handcuffs or baton.