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Offences by prisoners

Section 49 of the Correctional Services Act 1982 (SA) outlines criminal offences committed by prisoners that disrupt security or order. They include taking part in an unlawful assembly, and taking part in a riot or mutiny, including where a prisoner damages property or escapes custody as a result.

Section 49A of the Correctional Services Act 1982 (SA) outlines criminal offences for possession of certain items by prisoners in a correctional institution, for example a controlled drug.

Maximum penalties for these criminal offences are significant, and can range from three years to ten years imprisonment.

Offences by prisoners  :  Last Revised: Fri Jun 4th 2021
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