Protest and Police Powers in New South Wales
This factsheet explains the laws around protest and public assemblies, and provides an overview of police powers at protests.
Key takeaways
– There is no express right to protest in NSW.
– Protesters in an authorised public assembly are afforded certain legal protections.
– To hold an authorised public assembly you must have a Form 1 not opposed by the Commissioner, or authorised by a Court.
Key actions
View: The Form 1 is located on the NSW Police website.
