📜 Bail Amendment Bill 2000
Legislative Assembly Second ReadingLA23 March 2000
The Bail Amendment Bill 2000 amends the Bail Act 1982 to modify procedures and conditions related to bail in Western Australia. It covers summons cases, dispensing with bail, duties of judicial officers, and various procedural aspects of bail undertakings and enforcement.
Impact
The bill affects defendants, judicial officers, sureties, and the administration of justice in Western Australia. It aims to streamline bail processes and address issues such as 'bail-shopping'.
Key Changes
["Introduces provisions for detention and bail in summons cases.", "Allows courts to dispense with bail in certain circumstances.", "Modifies the duties of judicial officers regarding unconvicted defendants.", "Amends procedures related to bail undertakings and enforcement.", "Introduces provisions related to bail during trial."]
Parliamentary Progress
- LA IntroducedLA23 Mar 2000
- LA Second Reading MovedLA23 Mar 2000
Affected Sectors
justice
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