89F
In forceObstruction of inspector
Part IIIGeneral provisions relating to petroleum interests
Division 6Inspectors
Subdivision 2Functions and general powers
89F Obstruction of inspector
(1)
A person commits an offence if:
(a) the person intentionally obstructs another person; and
(b)
the other person is an inspector; and
(c) the inspector is acting in an official capacity and the person has knowledge of that circumstance.
Maximum penalty: 200 penalty units or imprisonment for 2 years.
(2)
Strict liability applies to subsection (1)(b).
(3)
In this section:
acting in an official capacity, in relation to an inspector, means the inspector is exercising powers or performing functions under, or otherwise related to the administration of, this Act.
obstruct includes hinder or resist.
This Act’s bill:Second reading speech
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