Victoria’s Machete Ban Delay Draws Criticism as Youth-Related Crimes Surge

Published on February 9, 2024

Victoria plans to ban under 18-year-olds from buying machetes to reduce youth crime, but delays in the legislation have drawn criticism from the Victorian Liberals, who blame the postponement for a rise in violent machete-related crimes. The Victorian government plans to pass a law making it illegal for anyone under 18 to possess, carry, or sell machetes without a valid reason. Carrying the deadly weapon can result in a hefty fine exceeding $23,000 or up to a year in jail. Police Shadow Minister Brad Battin slammed the state government for opposing last year’s crackdown on machete sales, linking it to a surge in violent crimes across Victoria due to minors buying the weapon....

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