Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:C2012C00115:clause:2_15d
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:C2012C00115
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 2 cl 15D
Character Range: 44210–45334

15D  Applying for freezing orders by telephone or other electronic means

 (1) An *authorised officer described in paragraph (a), (aa), (b) or (c) of the definition of authorised officer in section 338 may apply to a magistrate for a *freezing order by telephone, fax or other electronic means:
 (a) in an urgent case; or
 (b) if the delay that would occur if an application were made in person would frustrate the effectiveness of the order.

Note: Paragraphs (a), (aa), (b) and (c) of the definition of authorised officer in section 338 cover certain AFP members, certain members of the Australian Commission for Law Enforcement Integrity, certain members of the Australian Crime Commission and certain officers of Customs.

 (2) An application under subsection (1):
 (a) must include all information that would be required in an ordinary application for a *freezing order and supporting affidavit; and
 (b) if necessary, may be made before the affidavit is sworn.

 (3) The magistrate may require:
 (a) communication by voice to the extent that it is practicable in the circumstances; and
 (b) any further information.