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CRIMES ACT 1900 - SECT 141 Hindering working of mines

CRIMES ACT 1900 - SECT 141

Hindering working of mines

A person who, with intent to hinder the working of a mine—

        (a)     causes water to be conveyed or permitted to enter the mine or any subterraneous passage communicating with the mine; or

        (b)     obstructs, or otherwise interferes with any airway, waterway, drain, pit, level or shaft of the mine;

commits an offence.

Maximum penalty: 200 penalty units, imprisonment for 7 years or both.