If you do not follow a direction given under section 216(3), you commit an offence. You can use the defences listed in section 54 if you are charged with this offence. This is the same as if this section were in subpart 1 of Part 3.
If you break this law, you can be fined up to $1,000 if you are found guilty. The law says you must follow the direction, or you will commit an offence. You will have to pay the fine if you are convicted.
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216: Use of electronic communication devices prohibited in certain places, or
"No using phones or computers in some areas like airports"
218: Questioning specified persons about arrival or departure, or
"Customs officers can ask you questions if they think you arrived or are leaving New Zealand incorrectly"
A person commits an offence if the person fails to comply with a direction given under section 216(3).
Section 54 (defences for offences) applies to an offence under this section as if this section were in subpart 1 of Part 3.
A person who commits an offence under this section is liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $1,000.
