Use of force in carrying out forensic procedure

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If the carrying out of a forensic procedure on a person is authorised under this Act, authorised persons and police officers may use reasonable force –

to enable the forensic procedure to be carried out; and to prevent loss, destruction or contamination of any sample.

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36 Use of force in carrying out forensic procedure