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CRIMES ACT 1914

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CRIMES ACT 1914 SECT 23XG

23XG Results of forensic procedure carried out under interim order
(1)
A sample taken under an interim order must not be analysed unless:
(a)
the sample is likely to perish before a final order is made; or
(b)
a final order is made.
(2)
A person who conducts an analysis in the circumstances set out in paragraph (1)(a) must not intentionally disclose the results of the analysis to any person:
(a)
during the period before a final order is made; or
(b)
if the interim order is disallowed.

Penalty for a contravention of subsection (2): Imprisonment for 12 months.

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