📜 Criminal Code (Rock Throwing and Laser Pointing) Amendment Bill 2009
Bill discharged from Notice Paper under Standing Order 144ALABill 9911 November 2009Private Member
This Bill amends The Criminal Code to make it unlawful to endanger people or vehicles by throwing objects or using lasers. It introduces new offences with associated penalties.
Impact
This bill affects public safety, particularly for those using vehicles, vessels, or aircraft. It aims to deter dangerous behaviour and provide legal recourse for victims.
Key Changes
["Creates a new offence for endangering vehicles by throwing objects or using lasers.", "Specifies penalties of up to 2 years imprisonment for endangering the safe use of a vehicle.", "Specifies penalties of up to 5 years imprisonment for endangering life, health or safety.", "Defines key terms such as 'throw', 'laser', and 'path'."]
Parliamentary Progress
- LA Second Reading MovedLA11 Nov 2009
- LA IntroducedLA11 Nov 2009
Affected Sectors
transportjusticeemergency_services
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