Arson Legislation Amendment Bill 2009
Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review Committee· 19 November 2009general_report
The WA parliamentary committee reviewed the Arson Legislation Amendment Bill 2009, focusing on its alignment with the Model Criminal Code and potential impacts on native title rights. The committee identified concerns regarding the standard of care required by the bill, the definition of key terms, and potential conflicts with existing legislation. Due to time constraints, the committee made no recommendation.
Impact
The bill potentially affects individuals, landowners, indigenous communities, government departments (especially those involved in fire management), and the legal system.
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