US EditionVictoria's tough new bail laws to be introduced immediately
- Victoria's new bail laws have been introduced into state parliament, changing remand principles for youth offenders.
- The bill includes new offences punishable by up to three months imprisonment for breaches of bail conditions.
- Attorney-General Sonya Kilkenny stated that community safety will be the guiding principle for bail decisions.
- Human rights advocates are protesting the proposed changes, highlighting concerns over the impact on youth offenders.
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Victoria's tough new bail laws to be introduced immediately
Victoria's tough new bail laws have been introduced into state parliament today, with the first stage coming into effect immediately.The first stage will see the principle of remand only as a "last resort" for accused youth offenders.Premier Jacinta Allan unveiled the "toughest bail laws in the country" after a surge in violent crimes across the state.READ MORE: Victorian opposition leader Brad Battin denies misleading media over cruise holida…
Proposal for 'toughest bail laws ever' divides opinion - ABC listen
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan wants both houses of state parliament to pass significant reforms to toughen bail laws this week, describing them as the toughest bail laws ever. Critics say the reforms would turn troubled young people into hardened criminals, while supporters argue that the state needs to send a strong message to young offenders. Guest: Meena Singh, Victorian Commissioner for Aboriginal Children and Young People Producers: Brian…
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