NSW is set to join other states in introducing 'no body, no parole' laws for inmates, as the issue attracts public scrutiny.
Proposed new laws would make it "impossible" for convicted murderers to be released on parole in NSW if they refuse to reveal the location of their victims' bodies.All current and future inmates would be captured by the new lawsThe NSW government is expected to this week introduce legislation that would enforce "no body, no parole" laws for all inmates in the state.
"We will make it impossible for offenders who willfully and deliberately refuse to disclose information about their victims' remains, to be granted parole," Premier Dominic Perrottet said. "Any offender in prison coming up for parole should really think hard about maintaining their refusal to cooperate with police if they want to retain their prospects of getting parole," Dr Lee said.
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