The proposal has faced criticism from civil liberties groups, such as the Queensland Council for Civil Liberties, which warns that publishing offenders' identities could harm victims and may not effectively reduce recidivism, citing examples like Megan’s Law in the United States.

In response to recent scandals, national legislation has been enacted to defund childcare centers that fail safety standards, with ongoing efforts to improve communication and safety systems across states.

The legislation is set to be introduced to the Queensland Parliament and is expected to pass by the end of 2025, with further operational details to be disclosed soon.

Queensland Premier David Crisafulli announced that Daniel's Law will be implemented by the end of 2025, making photos and details of dangerous child sex offenders publicly accessible.

This legislation, named after Daniel Morcombe, a boy abducted and murdered in 2003, aims to enhance community safety by allowing residents to access information about high-risk offenders.

The legislation emphasizes transparency to protect children, prioritizing the rights of victims and parents over those of offenders.

Crisafulli stressed that the rights of victims and parents take precedence over those of offenders, highlighting the importance of transparency for community safety.

It will feature a three-tiered public register accessible via a website, enabling parents and neighbors to search for images and details of offenders in their local area.

Currently, no other Australian state or territory has a public sex offender registry, making this a pioneering move in the country.

The law responds to longstanding campaigning by the Morcombe family and is part of broader efforts to improve child safety following recent childcare scandals across Australia.

The law will establish a police-administered register that provides families with information about offenders who have unsupervised contact with children, including those who have not met reporting obligations or are evading authorities.