This decision is in regard to an appeal for consorting charges made under s 6(1)(c) of the Vagrancy Act 1966 (Vic). Specifically, it discusses whether the purpose of the consorting, and its lawfulness, should be taken into account. The application for special leave to appeal was refused by the High Court. 

Johanson v Dixon [1979] HCA 23

Consorting laws make it a crime to associate with people who have criminal records or who are perceived as threats to public safety. These laws aim to control public behaviour and purport to prevent crime. In practice, the enforcement of consorting laws has disproportionately impacted upon Aboriginal people.