Section 268CH — Migration Act 1958 (Cth)

Use of reasonable force and assistance

An authorised officer may use such assistance and force as is necessary and reasonable in entering the premises under a monitoring warrant and exercising the powers under section 268CI.

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Related sections

s 268CE — Magistrate or ART member may issue monitoring warrant
s 268CF — Magistrate or ART member may require more information
s 268CG — Contents of monitoring warrant
s 268CI — Monitoring powers of authorised officers
s 268CJ — Authorised officer on premises with consent may ask questions
s 268CK — Authorised officer on premises under warrant may ask questions

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