# Extension of period

> act-s268CQ — as in force on 2026-06-04 — C2026C00232 · Compilation No. 171 — https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2026C00232/latest/text

268CQ Extension of period
          (1) If an authorised officer or a person assisting reasonably believes
              that the expert assistance will not be available within 24 hours, he
              or she may apply to a magistrate or ART member for an extension
              of the period.
          (2) The authorised officer or a person assisting must give notice to the
              occupier of the premises of his or her intention to apply for an
              extension. The occupier is entitled to be heard in relation to that
              application.
          (3) The provisions of this Subdivision relating to the issue of
              monitoring warrants apply, with such modifications as are
              necessary, to the issue of an extension.