117T
In forceReturn of seized things
Part 8Unclaimed property
Division 4Enforcement
Subdivision 2Inspectors’ powers
117T Return of seized things
(1)
The inspector must return a seized thing to its owner—
(a)
at the end of 3 months; or
(b)
if a proceeding for an offence involving the thing is started within 3 months—at the end of the proceeding and any appeal from the proceeding.
(2)
Despite subsection (1), the inspector must promptly return a thing seized as evidence to its owner if the inspector stops being satisfied its continued retention as evidence is necessary.
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