People who intend to promote or glorify criminal conduct on social media could face up to two years jail under new posting and boasting laws to be introduced to State Parliament this week.
Under the Government’s proposal, which was developed following extensive consultation with members of the legal community, law enforcement, and educators, individuals who seek to encourage, glorify or promote criminal conduct through social media could face charges – regardless of whether any persons were charged over their original conduct.
A defence would be available in cases where the material was posted for a legitimate public purpose, such as where it was posted in the public interest for journalistic or artistic purposes, or for the purpose of educating or informing the public.