# Occupier entitled to observe execution of search warrant

> act-s487U — as in force on 2026-06-04 — C2026C00232 · Compilation No. 171 — https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2026C00232/latest/text

487U Occupier entitled to observe execution of search warrant
          (1) The occupier, or another person who apparently represents the
              occupier, is entitled to observe the execution of a search warrant if
              the occupier or other person is present at the premises while the
              warrant is being executed.
          (2) The right to observe the execution of the search warrant ceases if
              the occupier or other person impedes that execution.
          (3) This section does not prevent the execution of the search warrant in
              2 or more areas of the premises at the same time.