State opposition claims closure of regional courthouses ‘a system-wide failure’
The state opposition in Western Australia has criticized the temporary closure of over 20 regional courthouses, citing it as a significant failure in the regional justice system. The closures, which will last for three months, are due to a lack of security and custodial services. Legal authorities warn that this disruption will negatively impact vulnerable individuals and communities reliant on these courthouses.
- ▪More than 20 regional courthouses in WA will be temporarily closed for three months due to security issues.
- ▪The closure affects criminal court sittings across much of regional and remote Western Australia.
- ▪The heads of jurisdiction have stated that police will not provide court security and custodial services during this period.
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