Law on the Age of Criminal Responsibility in NSW: An Interview with Greens MP David Shoebridge
By Poppy Morandin and Jimmy Singh. Despite a strong campaign to raise the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14, the decision has been deferred to 2021, following concerns that further work needs to be done regarding processes and services for children who exhibit offending behaviour. The issue was discussed at the meeting ...continue reading
NSW Man Charged with Peeping into Wagga Wagga Home Before Punching Police Officer
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. A 34-year-old man from NSW has been charged after he was allegedly caught peeping into a home in the state’s Riverina region before assaulting a police officer. NSW Police reports that on 15 June 2020, officers were called to a home in Mount Austin following statements a man ...continue reading
Domestic Violence | Domestic Violence Australia
Domestic Violence Statistics What is Domestic Violence? Types of Domestic Violence Domestic Violence Against Men Domestic Violence Against Women Common Assault Offences, Penalties, Sentences & Defences Sexual Assault Offences, Penalties, Sentences & Defences Domestic violence in any of its forms is completely unacceptable, and is mainly committed by men against women and children. ...continue reading
Law on Assaulting, Stalking, Harassing or Intimidating a School Staff Member or Student at School in NSW
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. If you’ve ever watched the movie Bad Moms starring Mila Kunis and Kristen Bell, you’ll likely recall the scenes of dejected, stressed-out parents cutting loose and liberating themselves through completely inappropriate behaviour. From drunkenly raiding grocery stores, bouncing around to thumping music while chugging from giant bottles of ...continue reading
Law on Detain Person Without Consent to Obtain any Advantage in NSW
By Poppy Morandin and Jimmy Singh. A 24-year-old Sydney tenant has allegedly been held against his will and assaulted by his landlord, following the young man experiencing financial difficulties and being unable to pay rent. Due to the spread of COVID-19, it is reported that the pair negotiated a payment plan, as is common ...continue reading
Law on NSW Police Arrest Powers
In NSW, a police officer is allowed to use force when exercising their lawful powers. However, it isn’t that simple. According to section 230 of Law Enforcement (Powers and Responsibilities) Act 2002 (NSW), police are allowed to use such force as is reasonably necessary for purposes of exercising one of their powers as a ...continue reading
Domestic Violence Inquiry Closed, Amid Concerns of Increase in Incidents
By Poppy Morandin & Jimmy Singh. The Australian Senate’s inquiry into domestic violence has closed 3 months early, despite concerns of COVID-19 leading to a rise in incidents. Whilst initially the committee was required to report by mid-August 2020, the inquiry was closed this week without any submissions or hearings. “The committee formed the ...continue reading
What is Intimidation Under the Law in NSW?
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. Most people have a morning routine. Whether it’s sipping on a hot cup of coffee or listening to talkback radio on the traffic-filled drive to work, we all have our rituals to get the day started. For smokers, kicking off the morning generally begins with a cigarette, and ...continue reading
When Are You Allowed to Use a Laser Pointer in NSW?
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. When a police helicopter is fervently flying around trying to track pursuits or search for a wanted suspect, the bright shine of a laser pointer is the last thing a pilot wants to see. It might sound inconsequential, but even a small, battery-run laser pointer can be capable ...continue reading
Can Revenge Porn Images on Social Media or Internet be Removed by Court Order?
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. Facebook has deleted a private group in which its almost 7,000 boys-only members came together to allegedly share revenge porn and discuss being violent to women. On 17 April 2020, the private group, called “Melb Guy Pals”, was shut down by Facebook for violating the community standards of ...continue reading