How Can I Get My Case Adjourned?
Courts play a central role in enforcing the law and ensuring that justice is served fairly and efficiently. Whilst the goal is often to resolve cases promptly, there are times where it becomes necessary to delay a case to ensure...
Can I Object to the Serving of a Subpoena (NSW)?
Have you recently been served a subpoena? You may feel that the subpoena has problems associated with it or perhaps that the way it was served on you was inappropriate. Consequently, you may be wondering whether you can object to...
How Much Does a Lawyer Cost?
Lawyers have a reputation for being expensive, but getting legal help for a criminal matter may not be as costly as you think, and it can make a big difference to the outcome of your case. While it is possible...
What can I do about Annoying Neighbours: Noise Control and Nuisance Orders NSW
Having neighbourhood disputes? Why not televise it? At least this is what one Television station in New Zealand has decided to do in their long-running TV show, Neighbours at War. While New Zealand has chosen to cash in on nuisance...
Queensland Police Make First Bitcoin Arrest
A man has been arrested in Queensland in what is believed to be the first bitcoin-related arrest in the state. 21-year-old Shane Duffy of Kingaroy, who has Asperger’s Syndrome, has been charged with possessing tainted property. Police allege some of...
Bipolar and Driving Offences
Mental illness has always been a defence to crimes if the person did not know what they were doing. Our criminal justice system has always included the concept that people who are not responsible for their actions such as children...
Are the New Bail Laws here to Stay?
In May this year, a new bail act was introduced in NSW. The Bail Act 2013 signalled a radical departure from previous NSW bail laws. Under the new act, simpler than previous bail laws, the focus is on whether or...
Understanding the Scope of Police Powers of Arrest NSW
Being arrested by the police is a daunting experience for anyone. The balance of the scales is tipped in favour of the police in such situations. You often feel powerless against the process. In particular, the uncertainty of the arrest...
Why is Misuse of Public Office so Serious?
A notable case of misuse of public office is one that recently hit the news. Two men were recently caught out in an illegal activity involving the misuse of a public office. One of the men worked at the Australian...
NSW Criminal Court Statistics – News and Trends
The NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) has recently released a summary of crime statistics for the March 2014 quarter. This report shows a number of interesting trends in criminal activity, sentencing and time taken to finalise court...
