Police Powers and Responsibilities (Jack's Law) Amendment Act 2023
LegislationReferenced in 2 bills
Summary Offences (Prevention of Knife Crime) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2023
This bill makes it illegal to sell knives, swords, machetes, axes, spear guns, spears, and replica firearms (including Gel Blasters) to anyone under 18 in Queensland. It also bans the sale of weapons marketed as suitable for violence and requires retailers to display prohibition signs and securely store dangerous items.
29/11/2023· PASSED with amendment· Hon M Ryan MP
Justice & RightsSafety & EmergencyChildren & Families
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Police Powers and Responsibilities (Making Jack’s Law Permanent) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025
This bill makes Jack's Law permanent and expands police powers to use hand held scanners to detect knives and weapons in public places across Queensland. It also extends terrorism preventative detention powers by 15 years, confirms Marine Rescue Queensland can receive charitable gifts, and validates past SES volunteer appointments.
2/4/2025· PASSED with amendment· Hon D Purdie MP
Justice & RightsSafety & Emergency
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