Hindering removal or modification of fortifications
68 Hindering removal or modification of fortifications
(1) A person must not obstruct the removal or modification of fortifications in accordance with a fortification removal order.
Fault elements:
The person:
(a) knows of, or is reckless as to, the existence of the fortification removal order; and
(b) knows, or is reckless as to whether, the removal or modification of fortifications is in accordance with the order; and
(c) intentionally obstructs the removal or modification of fortifications.
Maximum penalty: 500 penalty units or imprisonment for 3 years.
(2) Subsection (1) applies to the removal or modification of fortifications by a person who:
(a) is, or is acting for or on the instructions of, an occupier or registered proprietor of the premises; or
is acting under section 67.
In this section:
obstruct includes any act or omission that prevents, interferes with or delays.
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