[chbot] High voltage batteries and electrolytic capacitors

[Mark Atherton]

202 Setting traps, etc

(1) Every one is liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 5 years 
who, with intent to injure, or with reckless disregard for the safety of 
others, sets or places or causes to be set or placed any trap or device 
that is likely to injure any person.

(2) Every one is liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 3 years 
who, being in occupation or possession of any place where any such trap 
or device has been set or placed, knowingly and wilfully permits it to 
remain there in such a condition that any person is likely to be injured 
by it.

http://www.legislation.govt.nz/act/public/1961/0043/137.0/DLM329707.html


On 25/10/2020 11:30 AM, Henri Shustak wrote:
> Hi I am actually looking right now at what these laws are if anyone can explain in simple terms that would be great. Basically, are you responsible for trespassing people injuring themselves on your property? Any links would be welcomed. I have not had any luck finding the details or even an overview.
> 
>> Damn that mantrap law.
>>
>> On 5/10/20 7:37 pm, Mark Atherton wrote:
>>> I was about to express concern about the type of insulator that your coffee table is constructed from (mica ?), but on second thoughts I might be better off asking if you charge the unit before going to bed at night. Might be good at catching burglars :)