Is it illegal to associate with criminals in NSW?

WHAT IS CONSORTING?

It is a criminal offence if, after receiving an official warning not to, you habitually consort with a convicted offender. This includes meeting at least 2 people on at least 2 occasions, who each have a criminal record, provided you intentionally sought out those peoples company. This applies only if a police officer has, prior to you doing this, warned you that the person is a convicted offender and that consorting with him or her is an offence. This offence carries up to $16,500 fine and/or 3 years imprisonment under section 93X Crimes Act 1900 (NSW).

A review has recommended that Parliament amend current consorting laws so that police can focus on targeting serious organised crime and cannot use them against children.