Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters (Amendment) and Other Matters Bill

The Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters (Amendment) and Other Matters Bill aims to enhance international cooperation in criminal matters and extradition. The bill amends existing laws to align with recommendations from the Financial Action Task Force. The Extradition Act will expand definitions related to extradition requests and document authentication. The Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters Act will clarify processes for international assistance, including provisions for recording statements and enhancing procedural details for foreign confiscation orders. The Trustees Act will establish a framework for appointing enforcement officers and defining their powers in investigating offenses related to trusts.