📘 Bail Amendment Act 2022
029 of 2022Assented 3 September 2022
The Bail Amendment Act 2022 amends the Bail Act 1982 to strengthen protections for alleged victims, particularly child victims of sexual offences, by introducing new considerations for bail decisions and defining relevant terms.
Impact
This act affects accused persons, alleged victims (especially children), judicial officers, police officers, and prosecutors. It introduces additional factors to consider when granting bail in cases involving sexual offences against children, potentially leading to stricter bail conditions or denial of bail.
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