What are the Penalties for Cultivating Cannabis Plants at a Commercial Quantity in NSW?
It is reported that approximately 1,500 cannabis plants were discovered with a street value of about $5.8 million after police investigations uncovered 9 hydroponic cannabis cultivation homes across Sydney, after an investigation had commenced in May following a tip-off from a neighbour. The investigation revealed a sophisticated network that has been operating numerous hydro ...continue reading
The Penalties for the Production of Child Pornography in Australia
A 37-year-old Sydney man has appeared at the Blacktown Local Court last week after facing numerous counts of child abuse material, including the production and possession of child abuse material. Following an investigation by the NSW Joint Anti Child Exploitation Team, the 37-year-old Sydney man from Marayong was arrested after police executed a search ...continue reading
What the Law Says If You Fail to Care for a Child as a Carer with Parental Responsibilities in NSW
It is reported that 22-year-old Jaycob Yarran has allegedly burned a toddler with a cigarette lighter and boiling water. She was allegedly burnt on her stomach by a cigarette lighter. Yarran who is the partner of the 2-year old girls carer claims that her injuries were caused from a pot of noodles. It’s reported ...continue reading
The Penalties You Can Face for Illegal Wildlife Trade in Australia
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. Baby turtles. There’s just something so adorable about them. Yes, they’re reptiles, which many people aren’t the biggest fans of. But they’re still teeny, tiny bundles of cuteness, waddling around with their miniature shell backpacks, ready to dash off to the ocean. And what about their sweet little ...continue reading
What’s the Penalties for Assaulting Police in NSW?
It is reported that 59-year-old Michael Greene allegedly assaulted a female police officer when he was being taken away from the MCG Stadium on Saturday. Michael, who’s son is a Giants’ player (Toby Greene), has been charged with 6 counts, including assaulting police, assaulting emergency worker, intentionally and recklessly occasioning injury to a police ...continue reading
What is the Law on Impersonating an Emergency Services Vehicle in NSW?
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. Last week we brought you a guide on what you should do when you hear or see an emergency vehicle siren in NSW. Indeed, it is seemingly obvious how to respond. Nevertheless, many motorists, despite journeying on roads every day, simply don’t know the correct way to respond ...continue reading
What’s the Penalties and Defences for an Assault Charge in NSW?
A footage has emerged depicting an altercation involving 3 police officer’s and an indigenous 17-year-old boy. 17-year-old Quinton Avery, who is currently studying at TAFE, says he was left with injuries, including a bruised jaw and bleeding lip. Quinton said, “I went straight home to my aunty’s where I’m staying, and then my cousin ...continue reading
A Guide on the Penalties for Sexual Assault in NSW
The District Court of NSW has heard that a former NSW Police officer blackmailed his victims into having sex. It is reported that 30-year old Vaughan Hildebrand has pleaded guilty to 44 criminal charges including sexual assault of four women. It is reported that Hildebrand threatened his victims to have sex with him. He ...continue reading
A Guide on the Law on Perverting the Course of Justice in NSW
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. It is reported that on 24 September 2019, Carley Anne Watkins was sentenced to 15 months imprisonment for perverting the course of justice as well as the aggravated assault of a taxi driver at her Hobart home in the beachside suburb of Blackmans Bay in 2018. Pending her ...continue reading
A Guide on the Penalties for Contaminating Food in NSW
By Sahar Adatia and Jimmy Singh. The tradition of biting into a slice of cake, perhaps coated with creamy frosting or topped with fresh fruit, is undeniably one of life’s little pleasures. Especially when it’s your birthday. But imagine taking a mouthful of your very own birthday cake, only to discover a sharp needle ...continue reading