Northern Territory Numbered Acts

CORRECTIONAL SERVICES ACT 2014 (NO 26 OF 2014) - SECT 51

    (1)     A prisoner must submit to a prescribed alcohol/drug test if directed by the General Manager to do so.

Note for subsection (1)

Section 195 makes provisions for the carrying out of prescribed alcohol/drug tests.

    (2)     If the prisoner does not submit to the test as required under section  195 (2):

    (a)     the prescribed sampler may take the required sample without the prisoner's consent; and

    (b)     a correctional officer may assist the prescribed sampler to obtain the required sample.

    (3)     In providing the assistance, the correctional officer may use the force that is reasonably necessary.

Note for subsection (3)

Part 3.4 makes provision in relation to the use of force.