What are the enforcement actions that can be taken against a person who contravene Section 31A or B of the HCSA?
The Healthcare Services Act 2020 (HCSA) FAQs, Enhanced advertising control of healthcare service
Depending on the facts and circumstances of the case, a person who contravenes Section 31A or B of the HCSA may be:
a) issued a stern / conditional warning;
b) issued a composition of up to $10,000; or
c) prosecuted in Court.
If the person is prosecuted in Court, he/ she shall be liable on conviction to a fine of up to $20,000 and/ or to imprisonment for a term of up to 12 months. In the case of a continuing offence, to a further fine of up to $1,000 for every day or part of a day during which the offence continues after conviction.
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