Tough new measures for "violent juvenile thieves" are set to be introduced in Queensland after the death of a Brisbane mother in an alleged home invasion earlier this week.
Some of the changes include a harsher penalty for accused car thieves, who will now face up to 14 years' jail if the offence is committed at night or if the offender uses violence.
Palaszczuk told reporters today that violent criminals, including young people, should receive harsher punishments for the "community to remain protected".
"My government is listening and we are acting," Palaszczuk said.
"As we know, between five and 10 per cent of these most serious crimes are committed by 16- and 17-year-olds and the time for action is now.
"These are tough measures, they will be put in place, and community safety as I said, is paramount here."
The move follows the death of Emma Lovell, who was allegedly stabbed after two teens broke into her home on Boxing Day.
"We know that this has been a tragedy, (an alleged) murder that has shocked Queensland and has shocked everyone," Palaszczuk said.
There were 10 key points listed by the premier, including the construction of two new youth detention centres and $9.89 million to be allocated to fast-track sentencing programs in places across Queensland, including Brisbane, Townsville, and Cairns.
The Youth Justice Act would also be amended, requiring courts to take into account previous bail history, criminal activity and track record when sentencing.
The legislative changes will be made in the new year.
"These increased penalties will apply to adults as well as juvenile offenders," Palaszczuk said.
"These are tough measures, they'll be put in place and the community safety as I said is paramount here.
"We stand with the community and we stand with the Lovell family."
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese told Today said he was "confident" the Queensland Government would respond appropriately to the issue.
"There is justifiable community outrage and that is perfectly understandable. This is an incredible tragedy," he said.
Police Minister Mark Ryan said the tough new initiatives would have an "impact".
"Tougher penalties, elevated surveillance and a concentrated extreme police visibility in strategic locations at certain times will help disrupt the illegal activities of those who wish to do harm to the community," he said.
"We will never stop looking for innovative new ways to target wrongdoers and support the community."
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