The Great Aussie Shit Fight Over Toilet Paper
At first, it was mildly humorous to see people stocking up on toilet paper. And to see the various memes floating around the internet taking the mickey out of the latest Australian shopping craze, showing innovative solutions, like toilets hooked...
Former Police Officer Faces Over 100 Sexual Charges
An former Western Australian police officer has appeared in court after being charged with more than 100 sexual offences against women he met online. 50-year old Adrian Trevor Moore allegedly met the women online, via dating apps and websites. He...
The Offence of Aggravated Unlawful Entry on Inclosed Lands in NSW
NSW agriculture minister Adam Marshall announced in a press release on 31 January that the first two people had been charged with the offence aggravated trespass on inclosed lands since the penalties that apply to the crime in relation to...
How Do I Tell My Family I’ve Been Charged With a Crime?
Being charged with a criminal offence can be a stressful experience, and telling your family members and close friends about the accusations can be a daunting task. But it’s important to know that those who are closest to you can...
Police Prosecutors’ Duty of Disclosure in NSW Local Courts
On 28 April 2018, Harley Bradley bit the finger of Katie O’Connor to the extent that it cut to the bone. And on the advice of a community caseworker she subsequently reported the incident, which had led to the need...
What is a Royal Commission in Australia?
The Governor-General of Australia is empowered under the Royal Commissions Act of 1902 (Cth) to establish commissions of inquiry on behalf of the Crown, when there is a particularly important issue of public concern. Typically, Royal Commissions fit two categories:...
Are Cyclists in NSW Required to Wear Helmets?
Remember when you were young and you’d hop on your bicycle, riding carefree to the park, a friend’s house, or anywhere else? Your bike was your trusty companion, taking you from one place to another without a second thought. The...
Your Legal Rights and Responsibilities in Public Places
The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras will soon be in full swing, with glitter, tassels and jockstraps flying off shelves like hotcakes as revellers gear up for the fabulous Oxford Street parade on the 29th of February. As with...
Harvey Weinstein Guilty of Rape, Not Guilty of Predatory Sexual Assault
Former Hollywood heavyweight Harvey Weinstein has been convicted of sexual charges by a jury in New York. A jury found Mr Weistein guilty of forcing a sexual act on his former production assistant Mimi Haleyi at his apartment in July...
Private Criminal Prosecutions in New South Wales
Police told 31-year old Dani* (not her real name) that there was a prima facie case against her former partner for threatening violence, which means there was enough evidence for a magistrate to convict him, but decided not to prosecute...
