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In forceRetailer must display notices during phase out period
Part 3Plastic bags
Division 2Obligations of retailers and others
56 Retailer must display notices during phase out period
(1)
A retailer commits an offence if, during the phase out period, the retailer:
(a)
makes a prohibited plastic bag available at any premises to a customer for carrying goods purchased, or to be purchased, from the retailer; and
(b)
does not display a notice in the premises in accordance with the requirements prescribed by regulation.
Maximum penalty: 50 penalty units.
(2)
An offence against subsection (1) is an offence of strict liability.
(3)
It is a defence to a prosecution for an offence against subsection (1) if the defendant has a reasonable excuse.
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