Australia on Thursday passed anti-hate crime laws under which a Nazi salute in public, among other similar offences, will be punishable by a mandatory jail sentence.

Summary

Australia has enacted strict anti-hate crime laws, mandating jail sentences for public Nazi salutes and other hate-related offenses.

Punishments range from 12 months for lesser crimes to six years for terrorism-related hate offenses.

The legislation follows a rise in antisemitic attacks, including synagogue vandalism and a foiled bombing plot targeting Jewish Australians.

The law builds on state-level bans, with prior convictions for individuals performing Nazi salutes in public spaces, including at sporting events and courthouses.

  • John RichardEnglish
    0•23 hours ago

    Being against cops altogether does enable & defend rapist from punishment. I wish you the best in your therapy though.

    • Flying SquidEnglish
      1•23 hours ago

      I’d say be better, but you won’t.

      • John RichardEnglish
        0•23 hours ago

        You can talk to your therapist about it.

        • Flying SquidEnglish
          1•23 hours ago

          I’d say be better, but you won’t.