Victoria to ban suppression orders for rapists following Ralph Carr, Tom Silvagni convictions under new pledge
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has pledged to ban the use of court suppression orders for convicted rapists if his government is re-elected. The move aims to close legal loopholes that allow high-profile offenders to hide their identities, ensuring greater transparency in the justice system.
Why it matters
This policy shift addresses public concerns regarding judicial transparency and the rights of victims versus the privacy protections afforded to high-profile criminals.
Victorian premier Ben Carroll has promised to ban suppression orders for convicted rapists if re-elected in November, following high-profile cases including Ralph Carr (pictured). Composite: Victoria Hart/Guardian Design Victorian premier Ben Carroll has promised to ban suppression orders for convicted rapists if re-elected in November, following high-profile cases including Ralph Carr (pictured). Composite: Victoria Hart/Guardian Design Victorian politics Victoria to ban suppression orders for rapists following Ralph Carr, Tom Silvagni convictions under new pledge Premier Ben Carroll promises if re-elected to ‘close every loophole’ used by high-profile accused and convicted criminals to hide their identities in the courts
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