Environmental Quality Act 1974 · s 46A

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s 46APower to seize vehicle or ship

Any vehicle or ship that is used in the transportation of or the disposal of waste in contravention of this Act or any regulations made thereunder may be seized by the Director General pending the outcome of any proceedings under this Act:

Provided that the Director General may release the vehicle or ship so seized upon the furnishing of a bond or other security that is adequate to cover the value of the vehicle or ship.