203H
In forceOccupier entitled to be present during search or seizure
Volume 3Parts XII to XVA (sections 183UA to 269SK)
Part XIIOfficers
Division 1Powers of officers
Subdivision EProvisions applicable both to search and seizure warrants
203H Occupier entitled to be present during search or seizure
(1)
If a search warrant or a seizure warrant in relation to premises is being executed and the occupier of the premises or another person who apparently represents the occupier is present at the place where the warrant is executed, the person is, subject to Part IC of the Crimes Act 1914, entitled to observe the search or seizure being conducted.
(2)
The right to observe the search or seizure being conducted ceases if the person impedes the search or seizure.
(3)
This section does not prevent 2 or more areas of the premises being searched at the same time.
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