Legislation to be based on Queensland law introduced last year in response to stabbing of teenager in 2019
NSW police could carry out wand searches for knives without a warrant in busy areas such as shopping centres and transport hubs under proposal by Minns government.NSW police could carry out wand searches for knives without a warrant in busy areas such as shopping centres and transport hubs under proposal by Minns government.
The NSW laws will give police powers to “wand” or “scan” people for knives without a warrant in designated areas including transport hubs and shopping centres. The NSW police minister, Yasmin Catley, thanked Jack’s parents for sharing their knowledge with NSW and said the strategy had been “making a difference” in Queensland.Our Australian afternoon update breaks down the key stories of the day, telling you what’s happening and why it matters“No parent should go through what the Beasleys and many other families have gone through. No life should be cut short by violent crime,” she said.
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