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Remove or extend the 6 month time limit on prosecution for summary offences

Submitted by Emily luccarini on Wednesday 17th September 2025

Published on Monday 20th October 2025

Current status: Closed

Closed: Monday 20th April 2026

Signatures: 602

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Remove or extend the 6 month time limit on prosecution for summary offences

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