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Savannah Meacham

Landmark weapons search laws made permanent

Queensland Police officers will have the authority to search people for weapons, including knives. (HANDOUT/NSW POLICE)

Landmark police search powers have become permanent in a crime-hit state, allowing officers to scan people for weapons in public places.

Queensland's Liberal National government passed changes to make 'Jack's Law' permanent during a late-night sitting on Wednesday, fulfilling an election promise.

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