Move-on orders will 'criminalise children experiencing homelessness' - public health experts
Public health experts are criticizing a proposed New Zealand bill that would allow police to issue move-on orders to homeless individuals. Critics argue the legislation criminalizes poverty and creates a pathway into the justice system for vulnerable youth.
Why it matters
The debate highlights the tension between urban management policies and the protection of vulnerable populations, specifically regarding the criminalization of homelessness.
People who do not comply with a move-on order could face a fine of up to $2000 or a prison sentence of up to three months. Photo: RNZ / Nick Monro
The article focuses heavily on the perspective of public health experts and the negative impacts on vulnerable youth, framing the bill as a tool for criminalization.
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