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In forceOccupier entitled to observe execution of warrant
Chapter 8Enforcement
Part 4Inspectors
Division 5Occupier’s rights and responsibilities
279 Occupier entitled to observe execution of warrant
(1)
If:
(a)
a warrant is being executed in relation to premises; and
(b)
the occupier of the premises, or another person who apparently represents the occupier, is present at the premises;
the occupier or other person is entitled to observe the execution of the warrant.
(2)
The right to observe the execution of the warrant ceases if the occupier or other person impedes that execution.
(3)
This section does not prevent the execution of the warrant in 2 or more areas of the premises at the same time.
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