Australian whistleblower Richard Boyle negotiates plea deal to avoid charges over exposing tax office misconduct.
Whistleblower Richard Boyle, who exposed unethical practices at the Australian Taxation Office, is reportedly negotiating a plea deal to avoid conviction on 24 charges, including making illegal recordings and copying sensitive information. Facing decades in prison, he hopes to reach an agreement before his case resumes in February 2025. His prosecution has sparked calls for reforms to whistleblower protection laws in Australia, highlighting significant legal uncertainties.
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