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A slew of justice announcements this week.
The Government's rolling out harsher punishments for theft and new fines for shoplifting – including a proposed infringement fee of up to $1000, based on item value.
Maximum penalties for shoplifting less than $2000 will be one year behind bars, and seven if worth more than that.
They also made coward punching a specific offence, which could carry a life sentence if fatal.
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith told Mike Hosking all of their measures are to send the clear message that if you commit a crime, there will be consequences.
He says their primary goal is to reduce the number of victims of crime, which they’re making good progress on.
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