A NSW Government website

Covert Search Warrants and Preventative Detention Orders

Review of the use of covert search warrants and preventative detention orders 

The Commission reviews the NSW Police Force’s use of certain counter terrorism powers under the Terrorism (Police Powers) Act 2002. The Commission’s first review covers the exercise of those powers between January 2017 and June 2020.

 

Reports

Fact Sheet – Covert Search Warrants and Preventative Detention Orders

Legislative Review Report – Covert Search Warrants and Preventative Detention Orders – January 2017- June 2020

 

Media Release

4 July 2022 – Media Release – Covert Search Warrants and Preventative Detention Orders