A Guide on the Animal Cruelty Laws in NSW
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. It was the bungee jump stunt, carried out as a marketing exploit, that drew international backlash. Slammed as animal cruelty at its worst, on 18 January 2020, a pig tied to a pole and wearing a cape was thrown off a 68-metre high bungee jump tower by employees ...continue reading
What is Bestiality and its Penalties in NSW?
Brace yourself, this article involves a man, a woman and a dog named Nala. It’s reported that a 44-year-old man and 54-year-old woman have allegedly committed a sexual act with a female dog named Nala in their home. The alleged bestiality was filmed, and is reported to have occurred on 9 July 2019 in ...continue reading
What is Self-Defence Under the Law in NSW?
It is reported that on new year’s eve, as Pope Francis walked in Vatican City whilst greeting pilgrims on his way towards the cobble esplanade, footage has emerged of a woman from the crowd grabbing the Pope’s hand and pulling him towards her. The act appears to cause the Pope pain, as the footage ...continue reading
Is There a Maximum Life Jail Sentence for Murder in NSW?
It is reported that in September 2017, firefighters attended the home of couple Sabrina Kouider and Ouissem Medouni following reports by neighbours of a foul smell from their Wimbledon home. 35-year-old sabrina Kouider and 40-year-old Ouissem Medouni were found barbecuing chicken. Next to the burning chicken appeared the charred parts of a human body, ...continue reading
New Laws & Penalties for Littering in NSW
As from 17 January 2020 in NSW, there will be heavy fines carrying 5 demerit points for discarding a lit cigarette from a motor vehicle. The maximum penalty will be 10 demerit points and up to $11,000 fine if a person commits this offence at a time of a total fire ban in NSW. ...continue reading
Law, Defences & Penalties for Murder in NSW
Linda Brewer married her lover Robert Lee Yates and they had five beautiful children before they moved and settled in Washington, USA. Linda’s hubby enjoyed going on camping trips and fishing. To her he was a military hero with a big heart of gold. Yates would put on cologne before heading out to go ...continue reading
What is the Maximum Penalty for Murder in NSW?
36-year-old Lisa Snyder from Pennsylvania has allegedly killed her two children who police found hanging from a beam in the basement of the family home. Snyder was charged about 2 months after her children were found hanging in the basement. On 23 September, police received a phone call from Snyder at approximately 4:30pm claiming ...continue reading
Law on Attempted Sexual Intercourse Without Consent
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. Sexual assault is both a serious crime and one that is becoming increasingly common. In the last few years alone, sexual assault allegations across Australia investigated by police have been widespread, with their findings presenting frightening insights into the numbers and nature of assaults occurring. In fact, from ...continue reading
Law on Assault Police Charges in NSW
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. Whether you agree with it or not, when it comes to enforcing the law, police are considered the gatekeepers and guardians of the system, ensuring they both protect and control citizens. For the most part, when performing their duties, police officers are rational and reasonable in exercising their ...continue reading
Law on Revenge Porn & Image-Based Sexual Abuse in Australia
It is reported that a 25-year-old Nepalese man in Adelaide allegedly made threats to his former partner to disclose and share her intimate images and videos to her relatives and social media. Police allege that he made threats to share her intimate images and videos onto social media and her relatives after he discovered ...continue reading