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flag Trinidad and Tobago proposes temporary zones with warrantless powers to combat crime, sparking debate over civil rights and oversight.

flag The Trinidad and Tobago government is pushing a bill to formalize temporary Special Operation Zones (ZOSOs) in high-crime areas, allowing warrantless searches and arrests under specific conditions. flag Defence Minister Wayne Sturge defended the measure, calling it a necessary, time-limited response to violent crime, citing past successes in areas like Laventille and Chaguanas. flag He emphasized that zones would not exceed five years and would target gang leaders and gun trafficking, not ordinary citizens. flag Critics, including the Law Association and Senator Dr. Marlene Attzs, warned of long-term stigmatization, vague legal standards, and the risk of overreach, urging stronger safeguards, transparency, and community development. flag The bill remains under debate, with calls for judicial oversight, body-worn cameras, and clear criteria for zone declarations.

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