Police Powers (Assumed Identities) Act 2006

An authorised officer is guilty of an offence if – he or she intentionally, knowingly or recklessly acquires evidence of, or uses, an assumed identity covered by his or her authority; and he or she knows that, or is reckless as to whether, the acquisition or use is not – in accordance with his or her authority; or in the course of duty. Imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2 years.

An authorised civilian is guilty of an offence if – he or she intentionally, knowingly or recklessly acquires evidence of, or uses, an assumed identity covered by his or her authority; and he or she knows that, or is reckless as to whether, the acquisition or use is not in accordance with – his or her authority; or the directions of his or her supervisor under the authority. Imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2 years.