'Enough is enough': Government beefing up trespass laws, doubling fines

Strengthening Trespass Laws For Businesses

Our plan to restore law and order is working, but there’s still more work to be done. Trespass laws are an area we know will make a world of difference to the community, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says.

Government toughens trespassing laws

The maximum length of time someone can be trespassed from a business, as well as the maximum fines, are set to increase.

'Enough is enough': Government beefing up trespass laws, doubling fines

The Government is proposing increasing the period an individual can be trespassed from a business and doubling the fines for those who do not comply with...

Strengthening trespass laws for businesses

The Government is strengthening trespass laws to make them more effective and practical for businesses, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee say. “We know our trespass laws are no longer fit for purpose. They’re difficult to enforce and often criminals take no notice. They return with impunity and just continue to rob businesses of their livelihoods,” Mr Goldsmith says. “Our plan to restore law and order is…