Public Order Offences - Criminal Law Defences
Public Order Offences - Criminal Law Defences
Public order offences are categorized into summary and indictable offences and can fall under Commonwealth or State Crime regime.
State statutory frameworks, like the Summary Offences Act 1988 (NSW), cover offences such as:
- offensive language,
- behaviour,
- knives,
- laser pointers, etc.
Summary offences like offensive language and behaviour can result in on the spot fines or criminal charges in the Local Court with potential imprisonment consequences.
Indictable offences, can include
- riot,
- firearms offences,
- participation in criminal groups subject to high penalities.
Offences related to explosives, contamination of goods, hoaxes, unlawful gambling, and public threats based on race, religion, or sexual orientation may also be subject to Commonwealth terrorist legislation. These offences carry varying levels of severity and corresponding penalties.
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