Police Powers and Responsibilities Act 2000

This section applies if a police officer wishes to give evidence at the hearing of an application for a forced muster order.

At least 5 days before the hearing, the police officer must ensure—

an affidavit by the police officer containing information the police officer considers relevant to the application is filed; and

a copy of the affidavit is given to the applicant and the person managing or controlling the place.

The affidavit may state the police officer’s information and belief as to particular matters.

A police officer who complies with subsection (2) may give evidence at the hearing and be cross-examined.

A police officer acting under this section does not become a party to the proceedings.