Question On Notice No. 99 asked in the Legislative Council on 11 May 2021 by Hon Nick Goiran
Question Directed to the: Parliamentary Secretary representing the Attorney General
Parliament: 41 Session: 1
Question
I refer to the Restraining Orders Amendment Regulations (No. 2) 2020, and I ask:
(a) what
was the catalyst for bringing about these amendments to the regulations;
(b) who
was consulted prior to these amendment regulations being finalised;
(c) did
any person consulted raise any concerns;
(d) if
yes to (c), what were these concerns;
(e) have
the finalised amendment regulations addressed these concerns;
(f) if
no to (e), why not; and
(g) why was the date of 1 January 2021 selected for commencement?
Answered on 16 June 2021
(a) To detail the process for giving up possession and dealing with explosives surrendered or seized under the Restraining Orders Act 1997 (the RO Act).
(b) The Chief Magistrate, WA Police Force and the Department of Mines, Industry Safety and Regulation.
c) No.
(d-f) Not applicable.
(g) To align with commencement of the relevant sections of the RO Act.