Revised Laws of Saint Lucia (2022)

PART 9
RECALL OF GOODS

139.   Voluntary recall

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    (1)   Where a supplier voluntarily takes action to recall goods because the goods will or may cause injury to any person, the supplier shall, within 5 days after taking that action, give a notice in writing to the Director —

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      (a)     stating that the goods are subject to recall;

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      (b)     setting out the nature of the defect in, or dangerous characteristic of the goods; and

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      (c)     stating the logistical arrangements for collecting and refunds.

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    (2)   A supplier who refuses to take action to recall goods likely to cause injury to any person commits an offence and is liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding $5,000, or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2 years or to both.