Northern Territory legalizes pepper spray for teenagers 16 and up, citing self-defense concerns
The policy shift signals a government bet that arming older teens with defensive tools outweighs injury risks; it will likely reignite debate over youth safety, personal autonomy, and when minors should access weapons.
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