Government bills3
- HE 8/2026 vpPassed with amendments
Extending and expanding juvenile punishment
The maximum duration of juvenile punishment for under-18s will be extended from one year to two years, and it will be imposed more frequently than at present. The punishment can include more guidance towards studies and voluntary substance abuse treatment.
29 Apr 2026 · passed without a vote - HE 64/2024 vpPassed with amendments
Tightening rules on first-time imprisonment
An offender who has previously served a prison sentence will no longer be eligible for release on parole under first-time offender terms, even if several years have passed since the previous conviction. An offender can be considered a first-time prisoner only once.
18 Dec 2024 · 1 vote112 jaa53 ei - HE 219/2024 vpPassed
Tougher penalties for street gang crime
More severe penalties will be imposed for offences linked to the activities of street gangs and for humiliating violence. In addition, using a child under 15 years of age to commit an offence will be made a distinct punishable offence.
23 Apr 2025 · passed without a vote