247C
In forceDisclosure of information acquired in inspection
Volume 1Chapter 1, Part 1.1 to Chapter 2J, Part 2J.4 sections 1 to 260E
Chapter 2FMembers’ rights and remedies
Part 2F.3Inspection of books
247C Disclosure of information acquired in inspection
(1)
A person who inspects books on behalf of an applicant under section 247A must not disclose information obtained during the inspection.
(2)
Subsection (1) does not apply to the extent that the disclosure is to:
(a)
ASIC; or
(b)
the applicant.
Note:
A defendant bears an evidential burden in relation to the matter in subsection (2), see subsection 13.3(3) of the Criminal Code.
(3)
An offence based on subsection (1) is an offence of strict liability.
Note:
For strict liability, see section 6.1 of the Criminal Code.
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