Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:C2004A00761:clause:2_268czc
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:C2004A00761
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 2 cl 268CZC
Character Range: 45057–45734

268CZC  Officer may apply for warrants by telephone etc.

 (1) An authorised officer may apply to a magistrate or tribunal member for a warrant under section 268CE by telephone, fax or other electronic means if the officer thinks it necessary to do so because of urgent circumstances.

 (2) The magistrate or tribunal member may require communication by voice to the extent that it is practicable in the circumstances.

 (3) Before making the application, the authorised officer must prepare an information that sets out the grounds for seeking the warrant.

 (4) However, the officer may make the application before the information has been sworn or affirmed, if necessary.