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๐Ÿ“œ Criminal Injuries Compensation Bill 2003

Assented toLABill 23224 September 2003

The Criminal Injuries Compensation Bill 2003 provides for compensation to victims of offences in Western Australia. It outlines eligibility, application processes, award criteria, and recovery of compensation from offenders. It also covers appeals, administrative matters, and repeals the Criminal Injuries Compensation Act 1985.

Impact

Victims of crime in WA will be affected as this bill establishes the framework for claiming compensation for injuries and losses suffered as a result of criminal offences. It matters because it provides a mechanism for financial assistance and recognition of the harm caused by crime.

Key Changes

["Repeals the Criminal Injuries Compensation Act 1985", "Establishes a new framework for applying for and receiving criminal injuries compensation", "Defines eligibility criteria and processes for compensation claims"]

Parliamentary Progress

  1. LA IntroducedLA24 Sept 2003
  2. LA Second Reading MovedLA24 Sept 2003
  3. LA Consideration in DetailLA21 Oct 2003
  4. LA AmendedLA21 Oct 2003
  5. LA Second Reading AgreedLA21 Oct 2003
  6. LA Third ReadingLA23 Oct 2003
  7. LC Second Reading MovedLC24 Oct 2003
  8. LC Third ReadingLC2 Dec 2003
  9. LC Second Reading AgreedLC2 Dec 2003
  10. LC AmendedLC2 Dec 2003
Affected Sectors
justice

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