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Ethan Cassidy
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My name is Brian. A lot of guys here are talking about new legislation coming in the near future, but I haven’t found it anywhere. It is called “Daniel’s Law”. I was wondering if you could explain it and when it will take effect and who it will apply to?
Thank you and take care,
Brian.
My name is Brian. A lot of guys here are talking about new legislation coming in the near future, but I haven’t found it anywhere. It is called “Daniel’s Law”. I was wondering if you could explain it and when it will take effect and who it will apply to?
Thank you and take care,
Brian.
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June 4, 2025
By About Time
By About Time
I wonder if you could explain the new "No Body No Parole" law in New South Wales, where now people charged with murder or manslaughter need letters from the head of police?
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Prisoners’ Legal Service QLD
Prisoners’ Legal Service QLD
On 1 April 2026, the Australian Parliament passed new laws which will change the way Commonwealth parole works.
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Anonymous
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Question from someone imprisoned in VIC
Question from someone imprisoned in VIC
There are lots of reasons why people may get lighter or heavier sentences than someone else who has committed the same crime.
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Prisoners’ Legal Service QLD
On 1 April 2026, the Australian Parliament passed new laws which will change the way Commonwealth parole works.
ISSUE NO. 25
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By About Time
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By About Time
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By Human Rights Law Centre lawyer Monique Hurley, with assistance from Connor Shaw
In recent years, regressive reform of parole laws in many places has made it increasingly difficult for people in prison to access parole.
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