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The Police Minister is open to changing the law to let officers gather young people\'s photographs and fingerprints, if given voluntarily.

Chris Hipkins is suggesting legislative change could be necessary to combat police restrictions spawned by a recent inquiry into illegal practices.

He\'s still waiting for advice, but believes the findings should be challenged, given the restrictions it\'s led to, particularly concerning apprehending youth offenders.

Police Association President, Chris Cahill told Mike Hosking he agrees.

He says the inquiry report is a negative result for victims, and something must be done to put it right.

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