Criminal Offence for Disclosure of Information by the Special Prosecutor
Inquiries Amendment (Special Prosecutor) Bill 2026
1st House
2nd House
Law
Introduced by: Benjamin Carroll (ALP)
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Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
The Special Prosecutor cannot knowingly disclose information gained through their role; doing so carries a fine or 12 months in prison.
Documents held by agencies that belong to the Special Prosecutor are exempt from freedom of information requests.
The Special Prosecutor cannot be forced to give evidence in any court or disciplinary proceeding regarding their role or the Construction Royal Commission.
The Special Prosecutor has the same legal immunity and protection as a Supreme Court judge while performing their duties.
The Royal Commission can compel people to provide written information or statements by a set deadline.
The Special Prosecutor must get written approval from the Premier before taking any other paid work or practicing law.
The Special Prosecutor cannot engage in any business or community activity that creates a conflict of interest.
Crown Prosecutors appointed as the Special Prosecutor can take unpaid leave; they can be reappointed to their original role if they resign to take the position.
Topics
conflict of interest freedom of information government legal immunity public inquiries special prosecutors