Charges in respect of goods

In force

(1)

A charge (or default charge) payable under this Division in respect of the unloading or storage of goods is recoverable as a debt from the consignor or consignee of the goods.

(2)

The

Minister may retain possession of goods until the appropriate charge is paid.

(3)

If the charge is not paid within 60 days after the goods are unloaded, the Minister may, after giving notice in writing to the consignee of the goods, sell the goods and retain the charge (together with any default charges and the costs of conducting the sale) from the proceeds of sale.

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31B Charges in respect of goods