Cap. 37 Art. 69AExamination of goods lying under customs control.

(1) The Commissioner may, upon reasonable suspicion, direct that any packages lying under customs control be opened and their contents examined for the purpose of ascertaining that the provisions of this Ordinance and of any other law relating to customs are being complied with.

(2) A reasonable notice of the opening and examination of the goods shall be given to the consignee, if known, so that he or his agent may attend.

(3) If the circumstances do not permit that such notice be given it shall be dispensed with.

(4) The Commissioner shall not, on account of any such opening or examination, be liable to any action whatsoever.