Terrorism
Laws: ASIO, the Police and You
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Table
of Contents
What do I do if ASIO or the AFP visit me?
2.1 Crimes related to terrorist acts
2.2 Crimes related to ˇĄterroristˇ¦ organisations
2.3 Other terrorism-related Offences
3. Organisations that have powers under anti-terrorism legislation
5. Arrest, detention and questioning
5.1 ASIO detention and questioning powers
5.2 ASIO powers of detention and questioning of minors
5.3 AFP arrest and detention powers
6. What else can ASIO or
the AFP do?