Sexual Assault
The Penalties for Child Sex Offences in NSW
Sex predator who used Facebook to lure teenage girls for sex has been sentenced. This blog outlines the penalties for child sex offences in NSW.
Defences and Penalties for Sexual Assault Offences in NSW
Sydney court jails billionaire’s ‘arrogant’ friend for raping a model in Sydney’s Shangri La Hotel room following an exclusive Sydney dinner party. Read on for more.
New NSW Sentencing Penalty Introduced: The New ‘Intensive Corrections Orders’
New sentencing laws in NSW: The new ‘intensive corrections order’ replaces and expands on the old ‘intensive corrections order’ while re-introducing home detention.
New Sentencing Option Introduced in NSW: ‘Community Correction Orders’
New NSW sentencing laws: ‘Section 9 bond’ & ‘community service order’ now replaced by the new ‘community corrections order’.
The End of ‘Section 10 Bonds’ in NSW as a Sentencing Option
The new NSW sentencing laws: 'Section 10 bonds' are now removed and replaced with conditional release orders. Read on for more.
Uber Driver Charged for Raping a 17-year-old girl in Sydney
Ever wondered if your past sexual reputation can be used in court, or what happens if there is delay in a sexual assault complaint? Read on for more.
Consent in NSW Sexual Assault Cases
Does a failure to say ‘no’ amount to consent? This blog outlines the penalty and defences to sexual assault charges in NSW.
What is Obscene Exposure and Offensive Conduct?
This blog outlines certain behaviours considered acceptable in today’s society that never was many years ago.
Can You Refuse to Give a DNA Sample to Police?
Can the police take your blood without your permission? This blog answers some common questions concerning your rights when police want to carry out forensic procedures.
Can You Refuse to Give Evidence in Court Against a Family Member?
Can a wife refuse to give evidence against her husband in Australia? Read on to find out.