📜 Criminal Investigation Bill 2005
Assented toLABill 11623 November 2005
The Criminal Investigation Bill 2005 provides a comprehensive framework for police powers related to criminal investigations in Western Australia. It defines key terms, outlines procedures for exercising powers, and clarifies the relationship with other laws and common law.
Impact
This bill affects police officers, public officers involved in law enforcement, and the general public. It aims to provide clarity and consistency in investigative powers, potentially impacting individual rights and freedoms during investigations.
Key Changes
["Defines 'thing relevant to an offence' broadly for search and seizure.", "Codifies and clarifies common law powers related to criminal investigation.", "Allows for public officers to be authorised to exercise certain police powers."]
Parliamentary Progress
- LA IntroducedLA23 Nov 2005
- LA Second Reading MovedLA23 Nov 2005
- LA Second Reading AgreedLA5 Apr 2006
- LA Consideration in DetailLA13 Apr 2006
- LA Third ReadingLA11 May 2006
- LC Second Reading MovedLC11 May 2006
- LC Second Reading AgreedLC17 Oct 2006
- LC AmendedLC25 Oct 2006
- LC Third ReadingLC26 Oct 2006
Affected Sectors
justicepublic_sectoremergency_services
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