Section 547C — Crimes Act 1900 (NSW)

Peeping or prying

Any person who is in, on or near a building without reasonable cause with intent to peep or pry upon another person shall be liable on conviction before the Local Court to imprisonment for 3 months, or to a fine of 2 penalty units.

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Related sections

s 546B — Convicted persons found with intent to commit offence
s 546D — Impersonation of police officers
s 547B — Public mischief
s 547D — Person apprehended carrying razor etc
s 547E — Prohibited animal abuse material
s 556 — Summary conviction a bar to further proceedings

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