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Dangerous drivers to face prison sentences of up to 20 years under ‘Susan’s Law’ in Queensland
New laws would increase maximum penalties for people who drive dangerously, evade police and cause death or grievous bodily harm
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People who drive dangerously, evade police and cause death or grievous bodily harm could face 20 years in prison under proposed laws in Queensland.
Drivers who leave a crash scene after causing death or grievous bodily harm could also face 20 years in prison under the laws, a six-year increase on the current maximum penalty.
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