The impact of Australian anti-terrorism laws on fundamental legal rights

  • Robert Downie Cavanagh

Research output: Thesis › Doctoral Thesis

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Abstract

This thesis examines how the growth of anti-terrorism laws in Australia since 11 September 2001 has impacted on fundamental legal rights. The interdependent relationship between these rights. the enforcers of criminal laws and those who apply the laws is highlighted. Historical derogative precedents and the expanding scope of the surveillance state are examined. The superficiality of the political reasoning used to justify the laws is shown, with the use of fear being a primary factor in creating the laws. The result has been to create a parallel legal system that has extensive secrecy provisions suitable for a police state.
Original languageEnglish
QualificationDoctor of Philosophy
Awarding Institution
  • The University of Western Australia
Supervisors/Advisors
  • Pitty, Roderic, Supervisor
  • Stone, Bruce, Supervisor
Award date5 Aug 2016
Publication statusUnpublished - 2016

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
    SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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  • THESIS - DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY - CAVANAGH Robert Downie - 2016

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