Expansion of #Victoriapolice search powers in #Melbourne #CBD declared #unlawful.
The order listed the Melbourne CBD & neighbouring suburbs as a designated area where police could stop & search people for weapons without a warrant or any suspicion of wrongdoing.
Police could also direct a person wearing a face covering to leave the area.
#Federalcourt judge Elizabeth Bennett on Friday determined the declaration was #invalid and #unlawful. #VicPol #auspol




