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Protest penalty changes pass upper house of SA parliament after marathon debate

The changes have been controversial, and have themselves sparked protest. (ABC News: Che Chorley)

South Australia's upper house has passed laws to significantly increase penalties for people who engage in disruptive protests, after a marathon debate spanning more than 14 hours.

Upper house MPs spent all night debating the changes to the Summary Offences Act, which mean anyone charged with obstructing a public place could be fined up to $50,000 - up from $750 - or face up to three months' in jail.

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