Last checked for updates: 23 October 2026

Current bills about: public safety

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12 current bills found.

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NT Licence Suspension Powers for Alcohol-Related Violence

Liquor Amendment Bill 2026

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NT Bill Makes OC Spray a Controlled Weapon; Fines or Jail for Dealers Who Recklessly Break the Law

Weapons Control Legislation Amendment (Legalising Controlled OC Spray) Bill 2026

criminal penalties firearms law enforcement police powers public safety self defence weapon possession

NT Online Gambling Companies Must Prevent Customer Harm or Face Fines; Bans on Sign-up Bonuses and Ads for Children; Higher Fines and Longer Time Limits for Gambling Complaints

Racing and Wagering Amendment (Harm Prevention) Bill 2026

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NT Statements Made by Young People in Protected Interviews Cannot Be Used in Court and Police Can Hold Charged Youth for Up to 48 Hours

Youth Justice and Criminal Code Amendment Bill 2026

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NT Up to 14 Years Jail for Making or Owning Digital Blueprints for 3D Printed Firearms or Altering Firearms

Firearms Amendment Bill 2026

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NT Longer Duration for Police Banned Drinker Orders

Alcohol Harm Reduction Amendment (Banned Drinker Orders) Bill 2025

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NT Appointment Powers for Police Public Safety Officers

Police Administration Amendment (Police Public Safety Officers) Bill 2025

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NT Companies and Drivers Can Lose Licences for Certain Crimes and Can Review Transport Decisions

Transport Legislation Amendment Bill 2025

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NT Appointment Powers for Special Correctional and Parole Officers

Correctional Services Legislation Amendment Bill 2025

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NT Fines for Drinking Alcohol in Public or in a Vehicle if it Causes a Nuisance

Liquor Legislation Further Amendment Bill 2024

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NT Children Under 10 Cannot Be Held Criminally Responsible, and Up to 10 Years Jail for Ram-Raiding

Criminal Code Amendment Bill 2024

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NT Police Powers to Use Handheld Scanners in Public Places and Schools

Police Administration Amendment Bill 2024

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