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Wildlife Act 1953

Administration - Rangers

39G: Application of Search and Surveillance Act 2012

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"Rangers must follow search and surveillance rules when using certain powers."

When you are a ranger using powers under section 39(1) or sections 39B to 39F of the Wildlife Act 1953, Part 4 of the Search and Surveillance Act 2012 applies to you. This means you must follow the rules in that part of the act when you are exercising those powers. You need to apply the rules with any necessary modifications to fit your situation as a ranger.

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Part 3Administration
Rangers

39GApplication of Search and Surveillance Act 2012

  1. Part 4 of the Search and Surveillance Act 2012 applies, with any necessary modifications, in relation to the exercise of a power under section 39(1) or any of sections 39B to 39F.

Notes
  • Section 39G: inserted, on , by section 5 of the Wildlife (Powers) Amendment Act 2017 (2017 No 2).