23XJ
In forceUse of force in carrying out forensic procedures
Volume 3Parts ID to VIII (sections 23WA to 91), Schedule, Endnotes
Part IDForensic procedures
Division 6Carrying out forensic procedures on suspects
Subdivision AGeneral provisions
23XJ Use of force in carrying out forensic procedures
(1)
Subject to subsection (2) and section 23XK, a person authorised to carry out a forensic procedure on a person, or a constable, may use reasonable force:
(a)
to enable a forensic procedure to be carried out; or
(b)
to prevent loss, destruction or contamination of any sample.
(2)
All forensic procedures are to be carried out in a manner consistent with appropriate medical or other relevant professional standards.
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