New legislation targeting boy racers introduced to Parliament
Wednesday 30 July 2025 · 4 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Chris Bishop, Tania Tapsell
The Anti-Social Road Use Legislation Amendment Bill has been introduced to Parliament to increase penalties for dangerous driving. While the Government aims to target boy racers, officials have raised concerns that the proposed powers could threaten judicial discretion.
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