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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?

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Duncan Webb

Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party

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  • 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?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister of Justice

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