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flag New NSW laws boost penalties for online LGBTQI "bait and bash" attacks, with up to 7 years in prison.

flag New South Wales has introduced new laws to combat LGBTQI "bait and bash" crimes, targeting individuals who lure gay and bisexual teens online under false pretenses and then assault them due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. flag The legislation increases penalties, with up to seven years in prison for aggravated cases and five years for inciting violence based on protected attributes. flag The reforms, prompted by an ABC investigation revealing videos of coordinated attacks, aim to strengthen prosecution of hate-motivated crimes and send a clear message that such violence will not be tolerated. flag The move follows a 2024 government apology for historical hate crimes and past convictions under repealed anti-homosexuality laws.

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