56. Sale or disposal of heritage object

The Commissioner may by notice in writing require any person in possession of any heritage object which is deemed to be of a national importance or interest, not to sell or dispose of such object without prior written consent of the Commissioner.

Any person who receives such notice shall not sell or dispose of any heritage object in his possession or custody.

Within the period of thirty days from the date of the notice under subsection (1) the Commissioner shall have the first right to purchase such heritage object at an agreeable value.

Any person who contravenes subsection (2) commits an offence and shall on conviction be liable to a fine not exceeding ten thousand ringgit or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding one year or to both.