Harry bought a second-hand laptop from Acer Office Equipment for $900 and spent a further $250 having it overhauled. After using the laptop for some six months, the police arrived at his home one day and asked to examine the laptop. They discovered it had been stolen and seized it from him. It was eventually returned to its true owner. Required: Advise Harry of his rights, if any, under the Australian Consumer Law, against Acer Office Equipment. Do not answer the question using contract law principles

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Harry bought a second-hand laptop from Acer Office Equipment for $900 and spent a further $250 having it overhauled. After using the laptop for some six months, the police arrived at his home one day and asked to examine the laptop. They discovered it had been stolen and seized it from him. It was eventually returned to its true owner. Required: Advise Harry of his rights, if any, under the Australian Consumer Law, against Acer Office Equipment. Do not answer the question using contract law principles

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