Powers in support of seizure
173 Powers in support of seizure
To enable a thing to be seized, an authorised officer may, by written notice given to the person in control of the thing, direct the person—
to take it to a specified reasonable place by a specified reasonable time; and
if necessary, to remain in control of it at the place for a reasonable time.
If, for any reason, it is not practicable to give the direction by a written notice, the direction may be given orally and confirmed by written notice as soon as practicable.
A person must comply with a direction given under this section, unless the person has a reasonable excuse.
Maximum penalty—100 penalty units.
Nothing in this section prevents an authorised officer making a further direction under this section of the same person or of someone else in relation to the same thing, if it is necessary and reasonable to make the further direction.
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