Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:C2024C00533:section:6
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:C2024C00533
Segment Type: section
Provision Reference: s 6
Character Range: 3292–3927

6  Appointment of Solicitor‑General
 (1) A person appointed as Solicitor‑General shall be appointed by the Governor‑General for such period, not exceeding 7 years, as the Governor‑General determines, but is eligible for re‑appointment.
 (2) A person is not eligible for appointment as Solicitor‑General unless he or she is or has been a barrister or solicitor of the High Court or of the Supreme Court of a State of not less than 5 years' standing.
 (3) A person appointed as Solicitor‑General holds office, subject to this Act, for the term of his or her appointment, on such terms and conditions as the Governor‑General determines.