Australian Law Reform Commission reposted this
Independent reviewer to consider special law enforcement surveillance powers. The Independent National Security Legislation Monitor, Mr Jake Blight, has commenced a review into special powers that allow Australian Federal Police and Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission to gather intelligence online to identify those who may be involved in criminal networks, to take over a person’s online account to gather evidence about criminal activity, and to disrupt data to assist in frustrating the commission of relevant offences. The review is expected to consider how the powers have actually been used including for which offences and how effective they have been. Safeguards including issuing arrangements and controls on the use and dissemination of data will also be explored. As with previous reviews, the Monitor is expected to engage with a wide range of stakeholders in the course of the review. For more information see the https://lnkd.in/dd3WJTGM