BY IAN CROUCH
The state government is cracking down on people who block and disrupt railway lines following recent protests on the Hunter Valley rail network.
The government will introduce new legislation this week which will put in place a maximum fine of $22,000 for the offence of obstructing a railway.
People found guilty of the offence would face up to two years gaol, a $22,000 fine, or both.
Currently, the offence does not specify a fine under the Crimes Act.
The new law will also cover people found to have assisted those who directly commit the offence.
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