[no bill text published] Search and separation powers for youth detention centres
Youth Justice Legislation Amendment Bill 2025
Assembly
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Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
Superintendents can separate youth detainees from others in a detention centre.
Superintendents can order searches of youth detainees for prohibited items.
Medical practitioners must examine youth detainees separated for medical reasons.
Staff must maintain regular contact with separated detainees to monitor their health and wellbeing.
Detention centre administration must log specific data on separation, including release times and exercise periods.
The CEO can request help from police or correctional services to stop escapes or emergencies.
The Youth Justice Court can refer youth to diversion at any stage of a proceeding.