NSW Opposition backs 'Luke's Law' to deny repeat serious offenders bail
NSW Opposition proposes removing bail for adults charged with serious crimes while already on bail.
Reported by The Border Mail
ShareWhy it matters
The policy targets repeat offenders on bail. It addresses concerns from businesses facing repeated theft and burglary.
In Australia. NSW voters will decide on bail reform in March 2027 elections, potentially affecting court procedures and offender management.
Key facts
- 21 years old
- Luke Manassa age
- Mistaken-identity in western Sydney
- Attack type
- 2025
- Attack year
- Justin Clancy, Albury
- MP backing proposal
- The NSW Opposition has announced plans to toughen bail laws if elected to power.
- The policy is called Luke's Law.
- The policy would remove bail from adults charged with serious crimes while already on bail.
- Luke Manassa was 21 years old.
- He was allegedly murdered in a mistaken-identity attack in western Sydney in 2025.
- Border MP Justin Clancy backs the proposal.
- Small business owners have raised concerns about repeat theft by people already on bail.
- The changes would also apply to young people under 18 charged with serious crimes while on bail.
