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1144Restriction on use of spent childhood conviction in civil or criminal proceeding
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1144 Restriction on use of spent childhood conviction in civil or criminal proceeding
In section 24C(2) of the Spent Convictions Act 2021—
(a) paragraph (a)(iii) is repealed;
(b) after paragraph (a) insert—
"(ab) performing a function or duty imposed by, or exercising a power conferred under, the Youth Justice Act 2024 in relation to the protection or therapeutic treatment of a child;".
Pt 23.39A (Heading and s. 1144A) inserted by No. 52/2025 s. 13.
Part 23.39A—Amendment of Summary Offences Act 1966
S. 1144A inserted by No. 52/2025 s. 13.