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2/5/2011
Leon, Solicitor
Category: Australia Law
Satisfied Customers: 52,733
Experience: BEc Dip Ed, Dip Law (SAB) MTax (UNSW)
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Under section 160 of the Police Powers and Responsibilities Act 2000 they can
http://www.austlii.edu.au/au/legis/qld/consol_act/ppara2000365/s160.html
Here is some information about police powers for you.
http://www.pottslawyers.com.au/web/page/qld_search_warrants
If you believe that they have misused the power I suggest that you speak to a Solicitor and challenge the charges on the basis of an abuse of power.
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