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Ryan Bridge: Will the crime crackdown make much difference?
The government's so-called crackdown on crime is more than just tough talk but that doesn't mean it'll make much difference to crime.
That's not for want of trying. It's because the Courts are a law unto themselves.
They apply sentencing discounts like they're Briscoes Sales - 90% off for remorse. 10% of for your family report. You're free to leave the dock with time served on that murder charge! We look forward to welcoming you back to Court again soon!
We all know the story - Covid lockdowns happened, communities fell apart, lives were thrown off kilter, crime spreads. Police HQ, the Courts…
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