Explanatory Memorandum

Justice Act (Northern Ireland) 2016

2016 CHAPTER 21

12 May 2016

Commentary on Sections

Part 1.Fines and Other Penalties: Enforcement

Chapter 1: Collection of Fines Etc.
Section 26: Guidance

This Section provides for the Department of Justice to issue guidance relating to the operation of the collection order and the associated processes (Section 26(1)) as well as revising the guidance (Section 26(2)). The Section stipulates that the collection officer must have regard to this guidance (Section 26(3)).