Prima Facie a podcast about law, order, and legal issues.

Ep 10 - Reclaim Australia Protests, Drug Detection Dogs, New IVO App


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There were disgraceful scenes on Melbourne’s streets last month when two protest groups at opposite ends of the political spectrum clashed with police. David asks Ron to explain why police may have been photographed “high-fiving” an alleged right-wing extremist.
Drug detection dogs – also known as PAD dogs – are used on the public transport system in New South Wales. Is this something that we might see in Victoria? Can police simply stop and search anyone if they think they’re carrying illicit drugs?
Anyone who’s applied for an Intervention Order in the Magistrates’ Court will tell you it’s a bureaucratic, complex process. Now, the Neighbourhood Justice Centre in Collingwood has introduced an online application system to make the process more accessible for victims of family violence. Ron and David explain how this will be of enormous benefit to the community.
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