Is intoxication a defence to a criminal offence in New South Wales? Click here for more on the laws on how intoxication can be used in cases. continue reading
Being ‘in company’ makes an offence more serious warranting heavier punishment. But what does ‘in company’ mean? Click here… continue reading
When faced with a criminal charge, the first common question is “should I plead guilty or not guilty?”. Here's why you should speak to a criminal lawyer first... continue reading
Here is a quick guide by our criminal lawyers Sydney team on how to keep legal costs down in criminal cases. Click here for more… continue reading
What happens when a criminal lawyer comes across a client who confesses guilt but maintains a plea of ‘not guilty’? “I did It, but I want you to defend me”. continue reading
Two women who allegedly plotted the circumcision of a two-week-old female baby as part of their “cultural beliefs” have been charged… continue reading
The new local court practice note attempts to reduce delays experienced by many in our local courts. Here is a guide on what to know if going to court… continue reading
A newborn baby who was fighting for his life after a savage dog attack while the mother had gone to the toilet has died in hospital. continue reading
35-year-old James Mallett allegedly farted in an Uber that triggered a brawl between him and the driver has been charged with assault. continue reading
A strike force has been set up solely to investigate allegations of domestic violence against former South Sydney Rabbitohs player Sam Burgess… continue reading
What is Habitual Consorting and it’s Penalties? Habitual Consorting carries a maximum penalty of imprisonment of …continue reading
Robert Lindsay Hughes from the popular Australian TV show Hey Dad! was charged with 11 counts …continue reading
A criminal conviction is something that can generally impact on your ability to gain employment and …continue reading
Out of 1400 Australians, in a poll by News Corp, 75.7% believed that it is acceptable …continue reading
Why Doesn’t Australia Follow Portugal’s Radical Drugs Policy – Decriminalisation of Drugs? Writer and producer, Susan Ferreira, …continue reading
Evidence establishes that community supervision and programs are much more effective at changing offenders behaviour to …continue reading
There are two types of main charges in NSW labelled as “indictable offences”, and “summary offences”. …continue reading
73% of criminal cases result in the accused pleading guilty to serious criminal charges. 23% of …continue reading
Charged with a Drug Possession offence is daunting. It carries a maximum penalty of up to …continue reading
NSW Police are often seizing mobile phones (and other items) from people suspected of crimes, including …continue reading
The Case of R v Amanatidis [2001] NSWCCA 400 Michael Amanatidis was charged with supplying prohibited …continue reading
Key Takeaway Section 418 of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) allows you to do whatever you …continue reading
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