November 6, 2011 | Victims of Crime

Victims’ Charter Act

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As many victims of crime may be unaware of their rights under the Victims’ Charter Act 2006 below are some points which may of interest to victims of crime. For further specific details please refer to the Act in full or if in Victoria contact Victims of Crime Counselling & Compensation Services on Freecall 1800…

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Bullying Laws

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The Crimes Amendment (Bullying) Act 2011, introduced in Victoria in April 2011, is intended to strengthen the existing offence of stalking in the Crimes Act 1958 to cover the range of serious bullying behaviour. The new laws provide the power for a court to impose a custodial penalty for serious bullying. The Act sends a strong message…

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The Abolition of Suspended Sentences for Serious Crime

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According to The Sentencing Amendment Act 2010 and the Sentencing Further Amendment Act 2011, suspended sentences have been abolished for a range of serious crimes when prosecuted in the higher courts, including recklessly causing serious injury, aggravated burglary and arson, and there is a move to achieve the complete abolition of suspended sentences for all…

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