What happens if I breach a suspended sentence?
What is a Suspended Sentence? A suspended sentence is an option available to the courts under section 12 of the Crimes (Sentencing Procedure) Act in NSW. It involves the court taking 3 steps: 1. Identify if there is any alternative...
Domestic Violence, AVOs and Tenancy Agreements
A common outcome of domestic violence and Apprehended Violence Orders (AVOs) is that the victim decides to permanently end the relationship with the perpetrator of the violence. It’s often the case that one or both of the parties holds a...
The Impact of Technology on Organised Crime
The internet has revolutionised all our lives. From online shopping to finding information and socialising, the rise of digital technology has made it more convenient for us to keep in touch, organise ourselves and manage day-to-day tasks. Technology has also...
What are the Conditions of a Good Behaviour Bond?
If you have been given a good behaviour bond for a recent criminal conviction, it is important that you understand what is expected of you under the terms and conditions. A good behaviour bond is often given in lieu of...
What is the Maximum Sentencing for Affray?
Legal terminology can often be confusing, and a case in point is the offence known as affray. The word affray might conjure up images of all-in brawls, but actually you can be up on affray charges without having hurt anyone....
What is an Intensive Correction Order?
An Intensive Correction Order, or ‘ICO’, is a sentencing option available to the court that has replaced periodic detention (weekend gaol). It allows someone convicted of a crime to remain in the Community but with very heavy obligations and restrictions...
How long a Sentence is Life?
It can be extremely distressing when you find out a loved one has been given a sentence of life imprisonment. Life sentences can be given to someone who is guilty of a very serious crime, such as Murder; Aggravated Sexual...
Will Tap and Go Technology Lead to an Increase in Petty Crime?
Tap and go technology is a relatively new credit card innovation from banks. Recently introduced in a bid to make it easier and quicker for shoppers to use credit and debit cards, with tap and go technology there is no...
What is The Impact of Forensic Technology on Cold Cases?
Thanks to developments in forensic technology, cold cases now have a much greater chance of being solved than they ever did previously. Cold cases are crimes that haven’t been solved or actively investigated recently, but that are still on the...
Internet Trolls Among Us
Reputation management is becoming a buzzword in the business arena and it is something that lawyers should be aware of too. Unfortunately, there are people who will post untrue negative information about businesses and professionals out of malice, or competitiveness....
