143Offences in respect of escape of detainee

143 Offences in respect of escape of detainee

A person must not directly or indirectly –

(a) withdraw a detainee from a detention centre, or the custody of the Secretary without lawful authority to do so; or

(b) prevent a detainee from returning to a detention centre after a period of leave from the centre; or

(c) counsel or induce a detainee to escape from a detention centre or the custody of the Secretary.

Penalty:  If the offender –

(a) is less than 18 years old, a fine not exceeding 5 penalty units or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months, or both; or

(b) is 18 years old or more, a fine not exceeding 20 penalty units or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months, or both.