Tasmania lifts armed farm trespass penalties to $30,300, sparking push across
Tasmania raised penalties for armed farm trespass from $20,200 to $30,300. Other states are watching to see how it works.
Tasmania's tough action on armed farm trespass has brought back calls for stronger laws. The maximum penalty jumped from $20,200 or two years in prison to $30,300 or three years.
The reform came after years of pressure from TasFarmers. Farm groups say illegal hunting, poaching, stock theft and livestock shootings are now their biggest rural crime concerns.
NSW Farmers and other state groups say armed intruders create immediate safety risks to families and workers. They also create serious biosecurity problems when unauthorised people move across properties.
Victoria has penalties up to $23,000. Farm leaders say a consistent national approach would work better than each state having different laws.
- $20,200 or 2 years
- Previous Tasmania penalty
- $30,300 or 3 years
- New Tasmania penalty
- $22,000 and 3 years
- NSW maximum for aggravated offence
Why it mattersTougher penalties aim to stop illegal hunting and trespass. This crime costs farmers money and puts families in danger. It also spreads disease.
AustraliaFarmers across Australia may see stronger legal protections against armed trespass and illegal hunting on their land.
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