Current bills about: prisoner rights

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VIC Limits on Prisoners' Open Air Time and Block on Human Rights Claims

Corrections Amendment Bill 2026

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1 Sep 2026: Passed and signed off by the state Governor (Assented); it is now law.

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FED Protection from Restraints During Childbirth for People in Custody

Crimes Amendment (Prohibiting Shackling During Childbirth) Bill 2026

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18 Aug 2026: This bill is being discussed and will be voted on at some stage.

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NSW Criminal Offence for Identifying Drug Court Program Participants

Justice Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous) Bill 2026

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5 Aug 2026: This bill is being discussed and will be voted on at some stage.

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NSW Updated Tribunal References for Administrative Reviews

Statute Law Amendment (Administrative Appeals Tribunal) Bill 2025

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5 Aug 2025: Passed and signed off by the state Governor (Assented); it is now law.

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NSW Expanded Visiting and Complaint-Handling Powers for Official Visitors at Custodial Centres

Inspector of Custodial Services Amendment Bill 2024

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18 Mar 2025: Passed and signed off by the state Governor (Assented); it is now law.

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NSW Exemption from Sexual Conduct Offences for Correctional Employees

Crimes (Administration of Sentences) Amendment Bill 2024

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18 Mar 2025: Passed and signed off by the state Governor (Assented); it is now law.

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NSW Ban on Spit Hoods for People in Custody and Mental Health Facilities

Detention Legislation Amendment (Prohibition on Spit Hoods) Bill 2023

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12 Mar 2024: Passed and signed off by the state Governor (Assented); it is now law.

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VIC Restrictions on Parole Eligibility and Release for Specific Prisoners

Corrections Amendment (Parole Reform) Bill 2023

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5 Dec 2023: Passed and signed off by the state Governor (Assented); it is now law.

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