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6/16/2010
Brisbane-Lawyer, Solicitor - Admitted 2005
Category: Australia Law
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VerifiedYou need to disclose to everyone you are recording the proceedings or you could be charged under the Listening Devices and Surveillance Act.
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Edited by Alex on 6/16/2010 at 9:52 AM EST
It doesn't, the Admin officer could also be charged under the same legislation.
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