National media release
David Hicks' Control Order not to be renewed
Thursday, 20 November 2008
On the 21 December 2008, the current control order in respect of Mr David Hicks expires.
Following extensive consultation with a number of agencies, the AFP has decided it will not be seeking a further control order in respect of Mr Hicks.
The AFP has today advised the Attorney-General and Mr Hicks’ legal representative of its position.
The AFP will not be making any further comment in relation to this control order process.
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