Application for release of impounded stock

In force

(1)

The owner of stock may apply to the Magistrates Court for an order for—

(a)

the release of the stock; or

(b)

damages suffered by the owner because of the impounding.

(2)

The court may make any order it considers appropriate in relation to the stock if the court is satisfied that the impounding was not in accordance with this part or that an amount paid by the owner under this part was excessive.

(3)

Without limiting subsection (2), an order for damages may include an amount paid by the owner for the release of the stock.

Examples

1 maintenance fees

2 travelling fees

This Act’s bill:Explanatory statement Second reading speech

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41 Application for release of impounded stock