Enhanced safeguards for frontline workers in Tasmania now implemented

The Tasmanian Government has expressed approval of the passing of the Sentencing Amendment (Presumptive Sentencing for Assaults on Frontline Workers) Bill 2024 by the Legislative Council, stating that it has brought about increased safeguards for frontline workers against assaults.

Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Guy Barnett said the approval of the Bill conveys a clear message that any violence against a frontline worker is not acceptable and will not be accepted in Tasmania.

“Our frontline workers do an amazing job for the community every single day, and these strong laws are a powerful deterrent that will give potential offenders a reason to think twice,” the Attorney-General said.

“This is the first legislation that mandates a minimum sentence to pass the Tasmanian Parliament in 10 years, and is a very positive outcome for frontline workers, and their families.”

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