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📜 Court Security and Custodial Services Bill 1998

Legislative Council Second Reading AgreedLA11 November 1998

The Court Security and Custodial Services Bill 1998 addresses the administration of court security and custodial services in Western Australia. It outlines responsibilities, contracts with the private sector, and powers of authorized personnel, including managing persons in custody and maintaining order at court premises and lock-ups.

Impact

This bill affects individuals in custody, court staff, private contractors providing security services, and police officers. It aims to ensure the secure and orderly operation of courts and custodial facilities by defining roles, responsibilities, and powers.

Key Changes

["Establishes a framework for contracting out court security and custodial services to the private sector.", "Defines the powers and responsibilities of authorized persons, including contract workers and police officers, in relation to managing persons in custody.", "Introduces a permit system for contract workers performing high-level security work."]