Authorised officer may enter premises by consent or under a search warrant
(1) If an authorised officer reasonably suspects that there may be evidential material on any premises, the authorised officer may: (a) enter the premises; and (b) exercise the search powers. (2) However, an authorised officer is not authorised to enter the premises unless: (a) the occupier of the premises has consented to the entry and the authorised officer has shown his or her identity card if required by the occupier; or (b) the entry is made under a search warrant. Note: If entry to the premises is with the occupier’s consent, the authorised officer must leave the premises if the consent ceases to have effect (see section 487L).
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