Section 19AA — Bankruptcy Act 1966 (Cth)

Power of investigation of bankrupt’s affairs

(1) The trustee of the estate of a bankrupt may investigate:

(a) the bankrupt’s conduct and examinable affairs; and

(b) books, accounts and records kept by the bankrupt;

so far as they relate to the bankruptcy.

Sourced from the Federal Register of Legislation at 26 May 2026. For the latest information on Australian Government law please go to https://www.legislation.gov.au. Verify the current text against the official source before relying on it.

Related sections

s 18AA — Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 does not apply to the Official Trustee
s 18A — Liability of the Official Trustee
s 19 — Duties etc. of trustee
s 19A — Liability of Inspector‑General, Official Receivers etc.
s 19B — Trustee to give Official Receiver information etc.
s 20A — Interpretation

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