Magna Carta and the Bill of Rights 1688, as received English law in Australia, are not immune from alteration or repeal by state parliaments. The Weapons Act (Qld) validly abrogates any right to bear arms derived from the Bill of Rights 1688 and validly provides for summary prosecution of weapons offences. Pre-settlement English law, whether common law or statute, was received in the character of common law and is subject to alteration by local legislation.
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