s 154
In forceReturn of seized things
Part 7Investigators
Division 3Particular powers of investigators
Subdivision 5Power to seize evidence
154 Return of seized things
(1)
If a seized thing is not forfeited, the investigator must return it to its owner—
(a)
at the end of 6 months; or
(b)
if proceedings involving the thing are started within 6 months, at the end of the proceedings and any appeal from the proceedings.
(2)
Despite subsection (1), unless a thing that has been seized as evidence is forfeited, the investigator must immediately return it to its owner if the investigator stops being satisfied its continued retention as evidence is necessary.
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