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Carroll pledges random search powers for police to crack down on knife crime
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Premier Ben Carroll has announced plans to introduce 'Jack's Law', granting police and PSOs the power to randomly search people in public with metal detectors without a warrant or reasonable suspicion.
The law is modelled on similar legislation in Queensland, NSW, Tasmania, Western Australia, and the Northern Territory, and will be a key election promise in November's state election.
- Carroll pledges random search powers for police to crack down on knife crime
- Left reporting foregrounds humanitarian warning, social impact, and regulatory scrutiny.
- The premier will go to November’s state election promising to introduce “Jack’s Law” – new search powers for police that have already been backed by the Coalition.
Key Takeaways
- Premier Ben Carroll pledges to introduce 'Jack's Law' to combat knife crime
- No warrant or reasonable suspicion will be required for searches
- The law is modelled on similar legislation in other Australian states and territories
- The pledge will be a key part of the premier's election campaign in November
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Expected Outcomes
- Introduction of 'Jack's Law' and potential reduction in knife crime
Why It Matters
The law aims to reduce knife crime and improve public safety
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