Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on the new shoplifting, coward punch legislation

A slew of justice announcements this week.   The Government's rolling out harsher punishments for theft and new fines for shoplifting – including a proposed infringement fee of up to $1000, based on item value.  Maximum penalties for shoplifting less than $2000 will be one year behind bars, and seven if worth more than that.  They also made coward punching a specific offence, which could carry a life sentence if fatal.  Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith told Mike Hosking all of their measures are to send the clear message that if you commit a crime, there will be consequences.  He says their primary goal is to reduce the number of victims of crime, which they’re making good progress on.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.