Soon people in NSW may be able to access personal information about whether their partner has a history of abuse or violence… continue reading
Here is an outline on the various types of arson offences in New South Wales. Click here for more… continue reading
What’s the age that a child can be held criminally responsible and punished under Australia’s criminal justice system? Click here for more... continue reading
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
Can vandalism amount to a conviction and imprisonment in New South Wales? Click here for more… continue reading
Here’s a guide on how to find the best criminal defence lawyers for your case, including tips on what to look out for and common things to avoid when searching… continue reading
This article outlines the penalties and laws around destroying or damaging a property with fire in New South Wales. continue reading
28-year-old Viktor Riedly who set of fireworks to impress his girlfriend that ended up causing a bushfire has been sentenced… 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
A woman from Wollongong who has allegedly set her Wollongong house on fire deliberately has been charged. The law on damaging property by fire in NSW. continue reading
Ten years ago, I embarked on a journey of working as a criminal lawyer in Sydney. …continue reading
We’re all aware that a criminal conviction or criminal record against your name can have …continue reading
The Government is created by the people, for the people, who make the laws that reflect …continue reading
‘Dishonestly obtaining financial advantage by deception, or causing a financial disadvantage by deception’ is a common …continue reading
A section 10 dismissal, soon to be known (from 2018) as Conditional Release Orders (CRO), is …continue reading
The complex traffic laws in NSW are changing again. Some big changes include: the abolition of …continue reading
Spitting at someone doesn’t necessarily constitute a criminal offence of “assault”. If the police charge you …continue reading
A common question I get asked is, when the Court is considering on a penalty to …continue reading
Case of Moore v R [2016] NSWCCA 260 The accused Mr. Moore was found Not Guilty …continue reading
The New NSW Driving Laws have come into effect from 28 October 2017, allowing you to …continue reading
Consider the scenario where your charged with common assault, with a provisional apprehended domestic violence order …continue reading
A successful section 32 Mental Health Application in Court can result in the dismissal of criminal …continue reading
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