‘No confidence’ justice system punishes guilty

PEOPLE from across the country have told the Government they do not have confidence in the criminal justice system, and say criminals are not being held to account quickly or punished sufficiently.

“Breakdowns in the system” are leading to high numbers of sexual and domestic violence victims, in particular, dropping out.

Many people are outraged at how repeat offenders are able to get free legal aid — a “gravy train” for lawyers — courtesy of the taxpayers.

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