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๐Ÿ“œ Criminal Code Amendment (Sale of Spray Paint Cans) Bill 2007

Bill LapsedLABill 24814 November 2007Private Member

The Criminal Code Amendment (Sale of Spray Paint Cans) Bill 2007 aims to make it an offence for retailers to sell spray paint cans to minors under 18 and introduces requirements for the secure display of spray paint cans in shops.

Impact

Retailers selling spray paint and minors are directly affected. This bill aims to reduce graffiti and other misuse of spray paint by minors, impacting community amenity and potentially reducing costs associated with graffiti removal.

Key Changes

["Makes it an offence to sell spray paint cans to minors.", "Imposes a fine of $1,100 for selling spray paint cans to minors.", "Requires retailers to securely display spray paint cans.", "Imposes a fine of $1,100 for unsecured display of spray paint cans."]

Parliamentary Progress

  1. LA IntroducedLA14 Nov 2007
  2. LA Second Reading MovedLA14 Nov 2007
Affected Sectors
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