Article 6 Offences
England, Wales and Scotland
(1)
A person shall be guilty of an offence if—
(a)
without reasonable excuse, proof of which shall lie on him—
(i)
he moves susceptible material in contravention of article 3;
(ii)
he uses a footpath that has been closed under article 4(1) unless that use is in accordance with article 4(3); or
(iii)
he removes, unless directed by an inspector to do so, or defaces or otherwise interferes with a notice displayed under article 4(2); or
(b)
he intentionally obstructs an inspector in the exercise of the powers conferred upon him by this Order.
(2)
A person guilty of an offence under this article shall be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding level 5 on the standard scale.