78C
In forceDefinitions
Part 3Sentences
Division 6AMandatory sentencing for certain offences
Subdivision 1Preliminary matters
78C Definitions
In this Division:
impose a minimum sentence, see section 78CA.
impose a term of actual imprisonment, see section 78CB.
offensive weapon, see section 1 of the Criminal Code.
physical harm, in relation to a person, means a physical injury that interferes with the person's health.
violent offence means:
(a) an offence against a provision of the Criminal Code listed in Schedule 2; or
(b) an offence substantially corresponding to an offence mentioned in paragraph (a) against:
(i)
a law that has been repealed; or
(ii) a law of another jurisdiction (including a jurisdiction outside Australia).
This Act’s bill:Second reading speech
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