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flag A lawsuit challenges Victoria Police’s warrantless search powers in Melbourne, arguing they violate human rights and could harm marginalized communities ahead of Invasion Day protests.

flag A legal challenge in Australia’s Federal Court questions Victoria Police’s expanded warrantless search powers in Melbourne’s CBD, which allow officers to search people without cause, demand removal of outer clothing or face coverings, and use electronic wands. flag The Human Rights Law Centre, representing activist Tarneen Onus Browne and performer Benny Zable, argues the measures violate the Victorian Charter of Human Rights, threaten freedoms of expression and assembly, and risk disproportionately impacting Indigenous and African-descended people. flag Police say the powers are necessary to combat knife crime and deny racial profiling, citing low seizure rates but high search disparities. flag The case seeks a ruling before January 26 to protect upcoming Invasion Day protests.

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