‘Everything on the table’ – but controversial law hosed down
A push to introduce changes to protect homeowners using self-defence, dubbed Castle Law, has reignited at an anti-crime rally.
Youth Crime
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Cops are finally in charge – now they must steer Qld’s youth crime laws
There are now six former police officers in the Queensland Legislative Assembly, and I find that rather reassuring, writes Des Houghton.
Youth crime reform deadline unclear after vile alleged rape
The Queensland government can’t promise when exactly it will introduce new reforms to youth crime legislation, after a vile alleged rape of a woman at knifepoint highlighted issues with the laws.
‘Complexities’: Why we’re still waiting for youth rape overhaul
Rape and other serious crimes may not be covered by the state government’s flagship “adult crime, adult time” laws until the end of the year – despite an horrific attack on a couple in Cairns.
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‘If you enter someone’s home … deal with the consequences’
Violent, armed home invasions – often by repeat youth offenders – are happening across our cities and towns every single day. Is it time to introduce Castle Law in Queensland? This is what you said.
Govt’s youth crime crackdown off to a shaky start
The LNP’s strong stance on youth crime clearly has strong community support but, while it’s far too early to know if it’s having any effect in curbing juvenile crime, we do know it’s off to a rocky start, writes the editor.
‘Sorry David, young criminals still rule the streets of Queensland’
Queensland’s adult crime adult time laws continue to divide many, particularly after two teens were granted bail. HAVE YOUR SAY
‘Adult crime, adult time’ laws under fire as alleged teen thieves bailed
Two teens have been granted bail following an alleged home invasion and police chase, sparking public outage over the LNP’s flagship election promise.
‘Violated, vulnerable’: $150k of cars, meds taken in raid on Qld cop’s locked home
The wife of a police officer has told how the family feels “frightened and dumbfounded” after brazen thieves made off with four cars worth $150,000 and their daughter’s “schedule eight” medication from their home as they slept.
Revealed: How supermarket stabbing will impact youth crime laws
Premier David Crisafulli vowed to plug any gaps in the state’s crime laws, signalling new measures to happen within the year.
Like some absurd Monty Python sketch – and Qlders deserve better
The LNP has set a foolishly high bar to turn Queensland around in 100 days – a timeline about to expire, writes Paul Williams.
Premier’s vow as state’s youth crime makeover found wanting
Courts could be opened further, knife sales further restricted, and sentences toughened within the year as Premier David Crisafulli vows to plug any gaps in the state’s crime laws.
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