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Law society welcomes commitment to justice complex
The Law Society of Western Australia has applauded the announcement that the state government will commit $86 million to building new court facilities at the Armadale justice complex.
Emma Musgrave
The Law Society of WA understands that the new justice complex will see the number of courtrooms increased from two to five, with construction due to commence in mid-2017.
“The law society has been concerned about overcrowding, unacceptably small courtrooms, insufficient meeting rooms and a troubling lack of privacy, security and parking.
“The state government is therefore to be congratulated for their commitment to building the new complex.”
Ms Needham also welcomed the comments made by the state government that the new facilities will enable the appointments of additional magistrates and court staff.
“The lack of judicial resources in Western Australia is an ongoing problem, often resulting in delayed trials,” Ms Needham said.
“This can magnify the harm done to victims of crime, protracting their engagement with the justice system and delaying their vindication and closure.
“Many of those awaiting trial are in custody on remand. Those who are ultimately acquitted at trial may have been imprisoned for a significant period of time, despite being found not guilty.
“For these reasons the comments of the Hon. Michael Mischin, Attorney-General, regarding the appointment of new magistrates are also very welcome.”
Emma Musgrave
Emma Musgrave (née Ryan) is the managing editor, professional services at Momentum Media.
Emma has worked for Momentum Media since 2015, including five years spent as the editor of the company's legal brand - Lawyers Weekly. Throughout her time at Momentum, she has been responsible for breaking some of the biggest stories in corporate Australia. In addition, she has produced exclusive multimedia and event content related to the company's respective brands and audiences.
Prior to joining Momentum Media, Emma worked in breakfast radio, delivering news to the Central West region of NSW, before taking on a radio journalist role at Southern Cross Austereo, based in Townsville, North Queensland.
She holds a Bachelor of Communications (Journalism) degree from Charles Sturt University.
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