Justice Minister to introduce hate crime legislation and bail reform

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Justice Minister Sean Fraser will introduce new hate crime legislation soon, followed by reforms to bail and sentencing. The legislation will expand protections beyond religious institutions to the broader community, potentially incorporating elements from a previous Online Harm Act. Police-reported hate crimes have increased since October 2023. Fraser also plans to introduce legislation concerning bail and sentencing reform in October.


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