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Latest legal and justice updates
Ministerial media release
7 August 2025
The Minns Labor Government is strengthening protections against image-based abuse by outlawing the creation and distribution of sexually explicit deepfakes.
7 August 2025
The Attorney General has decided to make an ex-gratia payment to Kathleen Folbigg following her application.
Ministerial media release
7 August 2025
The Minns Labor Government is introducing legislation to establish an independent commissioner to advocate for victim survivors of crime.
Ministerial media release
6 August 2025
The NSW Government’s tough new laws to crack down on the sale of illicit tobacco and illegal vaping goods will be introduced to parliament today, with new penalties announced for retailers selling without a license.
Ministerial media release
6 August 2025
Individuals at risk of fraud when their identity documents are stolen or breached will be better protected and supported under new laws passed by NSW Parliament overnight.
Recent legal and justice publications
Compliance
Liquor & Gaming NSW | 15 June 2025
Selling or supplying alcohol to minors can result in fines up to $11,000 or 12 months' imprisonment. Licensees allowing minors to sell or supply alcohol without approval can face fines up to $5500.
Law
Liquor & Gaming NSW | 15 June 2025
Learn about NSW underage drinking laws, penalties for supplying alcohol to minors and responsibilities for parents, licensees, and online alcohol sellers.
Notice
NSW Department of Customer Service | 14 April 2025
Read about how your data is used in our privacy collection notice.
Fact sheet
Homes NSW | 13 March 2025
Set to Go provides pre-booked accommodation to eligible Corrective Services NSW clients who will soon be exiting from prison.
Fact sheet
NSW Fair Trading | 5 March 2025
This fact sheet translated into Traditional Chinese has information on the new standards for lithium-ion e-micromobility devices to help sellers comply.