Import and export control of franking machines
62.—(1)  Any person intending to apply to the Controller of Imports and Exports for permit to import, export or tranship any franking machine shall, before the application is made, obtain the written approval of the Authority.
(2)  The Authority may require the person making the application for the import, export or transhipment of any franking machine to produce the machine for testing by the Authority, and all expenses incurred in connection therewith shall be borne by the person.
(3)  Where any franking machine has been imported without the approval of the Authority, it shall be re-exported or disposed of by the person who imported it in such manner as the Authority may direct.
(4)  Any person who imports, exports or tranships any franking machine without the prior written approval of the Authority and any person who fails to comply with the direction of the Authority made under subsection (3) shall be guilty of an offence.