s 54
In forceAvailability of assistance and use of force in executing a warrant
Part 7Search, seizure and powers of arrest
Division 2Provisions relating to execution of search warrants
54 Availability of assistance and use of force in executing a warrant
In executing a search warrant:
(a)
the executing officer may obtain such assistance; and
(b)
the executing officer, or a person who is a police officer and who is assisting in executing the warrant, may use such force against persons and things; and
(c)
a person who is not a police officer and who has been authorised to assist in executing the warrant may use such force against things; as is necessary and reasonable in the circumstances.
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