(1)  For the purpose of this Act, a fisheries officer may require a person to open or unlock any vehicle, vessel, door, gate, package, receptacle or other container.

(2)  A fisheries officer may break open and search any vehicle, vessel, door, gate, package, receptacle or other container –

(a) in searching or inspecting a place; or

(b) if the fisheries officer reasonably believes that it contains fish or any evidence of the commission of an offence under this Act or a corresponding law.