WHY THE “ILLEGAL” CBD POLICE STOPS ARE BREAKING THE INTERNET RIGHT NOW!

The headlines are everywhere: a court has officially found that the “random search designation” of the Melbourne CBD by Victoria Police was unlawful.

To understand why the court ruling is such a big deal, we have to look at what was actually happening.

If you’re heading into the CBD for a night out or a protest, this ruling is a win for your privacy!

However, stay alert—the police have hinted they might try to make a new (and hopefully more legal) designation soon.