Police union pushes for night court to be established in NSW
The NSW Police Association is advocating for the establishment of night courts to alleviate pressure on police officers. The proposal aims to increase holding cell capacity and allow officers to return to duty more quickly. NSW Premier Chris Minns has stated he will consider the request from the union.
- ▪The Police Association of NSW is calling for a night court to improve police efficiency.
- ▪Kevin Morton, the union president, emphasized that current court hours do not align with 24-hour policing.
- ▪A previous trial of a night court in 1986 was discontinued due to various challenges, but the union believes advancements in technology could support a new initiative.
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NSW Police Association pushes for night courts to ease pressure on frontline officersGBy Grace CrivellaroABC IllawarraTopic:PoliceTue 19 May 2026 at 12:02pmTue 19 May 2026 at 12:02pmTue 19 May 2026 at 12:02pmKevin Morton is calling for courts to operate at night. (ABC Illawarra: Brooke Chandler)In short:The union representing NSW Police officers is calling for a "night court" to be established.It says the move would increase holding cell capacity and allow officers to return to duty more quickly.What's next?NSW Premier Chris Minns says he will consider the request.abc.net.au/news/nsw-police-union-calls-for-night-court/106695660Link copiedShareShare articleThe union representing NSW Police officers wants a US-style "night court" set up to allow members to spend more time on the frontline…
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