Victorians who intentionally display or perform a Nazi symbol or gesture in public will face harsh penalties, under new legislation introduced to parliament.
who intentionally perform a Nazi salute will face harsh penalties under new legislation introduced to parliament.
If the bill is passed, police will also have the power to direct a person to remove the Nazi symbol from the public, including if displayed at a march or protest.Anyone caught breaking the rules will face penalties of more than $23,000, 12 months' imprisonment or both. "We're making sure people who use these symbols and gestures to harass, intimidate and incite hate are held accountable for their cowardly behaviour," she said.
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