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govts rough sleeper move law step closer rnz
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- New Zealand government introduced a 'move-on' law targeting rough sleepers and disorderly behavior.
- Police can order individuals aged 14+ to leave a location for up to 24 hours.
- Breaching order may result in fines or jail time; order itself is not a criminal charge.
- Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith cites 'unprecedented levels' of disruption affecting businesses and communities.
- Proposed law to be debated in parliament next week.