# The Plant Health (Phytophthora kernovii Management Zone) (England) Order 2004, Article 6: Offences

Extent: E+W+S

(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.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2004/3367/article/6 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/plant-health-phytophthora-kernovii-management-zone-england-order-2004/article-6
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