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The second highest court has confirmed whether the honest and reasonable mistake defence is available in drug driving cases in NSW... continue reading
Protected Admissions Scheme for Young Offenders in New South Wales?
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The Offence of Fabricating Evidence in New South Wales
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Fines for Novice, Special and Low Range Drink Driving in NSW
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Good Behaviour Bond and Good Behaviour Licence
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Sentencing Children in the Children’s Court of New South Wales
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Is Forced Marriage Legal in Australia?
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Are ‘Spit Hoods’ Illegal in Australia?
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Publicly Threaten or Incite Violence Offences in Australia
The NSW government is reviewing the laws concerning the offence of publicly threatening or inciting violence on the grounds of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity… continue reading
Getting Demerit Points Back in New South Wales
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