Doubts Tougher Penalties Will Deter Crime Gangs

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• NSW government introduced legislation increasing penalties for organized crime, including 'kill cars' and child recruitment.
• Maximum sentence for public firearm use rises to 14 years; 18 years for firing at buildings or vehicles.
• Penalties for recruiting children increase from 10 to 12 years, up to 15 years if child under 16.
• Criminology lecturer Vince Hurley expresses skepticism about deterrence effectiveness.
• Overseas crime syndicates influence is noted as a factor limiting deterrence.