40. Powers of arrest

A police officer, or any employee of the Authority generally or specially authorised in writing by the Chief Executive of the Authority, may arrest without warrant any person found committing or whom he or she has reason to believe has committed an offence punishable under this Act.

A person arrested under subsection (1) must not be detained longer than is necessary for bringing the person before a court unless the order of court for the person’s continued detention is obtained.