Northern Territory Police will be able to hold children in watch houses for up to 48 hours and question them without an adult present.
WHO:Northern Territory Police
WHAT:Planned changes to the Youth Justice Act would allow police to hold children in watch houses for up to 48 hours and question them without an adult present.
WHEN:May 15, 2026 at 2:20 AM ET
WHERE:Northern Territory
WHY:Planned changes to the Youth Justice Act would expand police powers for holding children and questioning them without an adult present.
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