Section 140XA — Migration Act 1958 (Cth)

When powers of inspectors may be exercised

An inspector may exercise powers under this Subdivision:

(a) at any time during working hours; or

(b) at any other time, if the inspector reasonably believes that it is necessary to do so for the purposes referred to in section 140X.

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Related sections

s 140V — Inspectors
s 140W — Identity cards
s 140X — Purpose for which powers of inspectors may be exercised
s 140XB — Power of inspectors to enter premises or places
s 140XC — Powers of inspectors while on premises or at a place
s 140XD — Persons assisting inspectors

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