under section 28 (1) and (3) so that they are strictly confined to
riad societies and removes the presumption of membership where
certain things are found in the possession of a person. The burden
of proof in section 28 (2) is reduced to an evidential burden.
8.
Clause 21 in new section 31 seeks to restrict the power of
entry into premises by the Societies Officer so that the power can
only be exercised if the performance of his functions requires it.
Furthermore, a magistrate's warrant is required in the case of entry
into domestic premises. New section 32 restricts the power of entry of the Societies Officer in special cases by imposing a requirement
for a magistrate's warrant. Clause 22 restricts the power to summon witnesses to only those cases where the activities of a society may
be prejudicial to the security of Hong Kong or to public safety or
public order.
Clause 28 sets out the transitional provisions. Clause 29
amends the Schedule. Clauses 12 to 16 revise the levels of fines.
Clauses 30 to 39 are consequential amendments to other legislation.
9.