5688 (2026). Hon Dr Duncan Webb to the Minister of Justice

Written Question

Published date: 09 Mar 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	5688 (2026)
Question asked:	23 Feb 2026
Member asking:	Hon Dr Duncan Webb
Portfolio:	Minister of Justice
Minister replying:	Hon Paul Goldsmith
Answer received:	03 Mar 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_05688_2026
Document guid:	6ba304ec-961c-46a8-a85a-53c6abc51cba

5688 (2026). Hon Dr Duncan Webb to the Minister of Justice: Under the proposed amendments to the Summary Offences Act, what is the minimum duration of time that an individual can legally (peacefully) occupy a public area after which they may become liable for a move-on notice from Police?

Hon Paul Goldsmith: The Bill is currently being drafted. Members will have the opportunity to see the details of the Bill when it is introduced to Parliament.