Criminal Investigation (Exceptional Powers) and Fortification Removal Bill 2001

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Long Title

The purpose of this Bill is to facilitate the investigation of criminal activity in certain cases and to provide for the removal or modification of certain fortifications and other security measures and to amend the Freedom of Information Act 1992. The Bill seeks to broaden police investigative powers by introducing a compulsory examination procedure; widening police powers to enter and search premises; widening police powers in relation to the use of surveillance devices; and introducing measures which will enable the dismantling of heavily fortified premises. The central element of the Bill is the establishment of the office of a special commissioner. Special commissioners will determine whether the powers and functions provided in this Bill may be exercised after a range of conditions have been satisfied.

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Assented to 07/15/2002
This Act came into operation on Royal Assent - Royal Assent given 15 Jul 2002 as Act No. 21 of 2002

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