Woman Fined for Offensive Conduct after Defecating in Public
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. *Code Brown alert!* You guessed it: Poo’s in the news, and last week saw a case of “dropping the kids off at the pool” go horribly wrong. On 15 February 2019, a woman copped a steamy fine of almost $1,000 for allegedly jumping into the back of a ...continue reading
What is the Law on Using Poison to Endanger Life or Inflict Grievous Bodily Harm?
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. When a child has been diagnosed with a chronic illness or disability, as a parent, coping becomes an ongoing process. Understandably, every person copes in different ways. For some parents, learning that their child has a long-term illness is devastating, bringing about feelings of guilt and sadness. For ...continue reading
Doctor Fined for Unprofessional Conduct Following Vaginal Examination of Patient
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. “Yes, I do like sex, but I am not interested in any relationship.” These were the words allegedly uttered from gynaecologist, Dr Bhupendra Khara, following a vaginal examination of a patient in 2016, along with, allegedly, an invitation to have dinner at his home. It is reported that ...continue reading
Can Eating Hot Cross Buns Put You Over the Drink Driving Limit?
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. Every year, the early sale of hot cross buns in supermarkets across the country sparks a whole lot of hullabaloo and one hell of a debate about when exactly is “too early” to be putting the popular Easter bakery treat on the shelves. This year, months out from ...continue reading
What Happens if a Passenger Doesn’t Wear a Seatbelt in NSW?
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. When it comes to driving responsibly, it’s no secret that Australians sometimes make dangerous decisions on the road. From selfish behaviour such as drink-driving offences and speeding, to the downright recklessness of sending text messages from behind the wheel or eating takeaway food, such dangerous driving conduct places ...continue reading
Understanding the Law on Stalking and Intimidation in NSW
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. On 8 January 2019, reality television star Rob Kerr from the hit series Bondi Rescue was charged after allegedly sending his ex-girlfriend a succession of text messages threatening to harm her. Mr Kerr, 51, was arrested at his home in the eastern suburbs of Sydney, accused of threatening ...continue reading
Penalties for Stealing from a Dwelling House in NSW
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. The mind of a burglar is one regularly associated with dysfunctional expertise – an ability to think outside the box and calculate every move. They don’t simply bust in to property on a whim. Instead, the job is often thoroughly planned, and they – along with your valuables ...continue reading
Penalties for Making False Statements that a Person or Property is in Danger
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. In recent times, the idea of “political correctness” has undoubtedly become a topic of hot debate – at BBQs, on social media, and even in Parliament. For many, it’s considered the Australian way to make light of a serious topics by cracking a joke and having a laugh. ...continue reading
The Penalties for Using Poison to Endanger Life or Inflict Grievous Bodily Harm in NSW
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. It seems an unthinkable crime to be poisoned by your own parent. However, it turns out that there are parents out there, who, rather than nurturing their children, are slowly administering poison to them instead. This week, a sickening case of a mother and her partner who allegedly ...continue reading
The Law on Break, Enter and Commit Serious Indictable Offence in NSW
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. It’s the age of iPads, wi-fi enabled games, and anything with a touchscreen. But when it comes to toys, the humble Lego brick has not only endured in its popularity, it has also survived and thrived against the odds. So much has the little toy bricks’ popularity subsisted ...continue reading