Recent Sydney Drug Sentencing Success Stories
What are the odds that a man caught supplying 1000 ecstasy tablets and 79 grams of ice will soon be seeing the world from behind bars? If you think they are fairly high, the results of his case may surprise...
Barbaro v The Queen
It has become quite common in criminal cases for the prosecution to make submissions to the judge about what they think should be the appropriate sentence for an offence. However, a recent ruling by the High Court in Barbaro v...
Can I Avoid a Conviction if I Plead Guilty to a Serious Drug Charge? R v Mauger
We all make bad decisions from time to time, but when it comes to breaking the law, poor judgment could land you in front of a District Court Judge facing potential time behind bars. The defendant in R v Mauger knows this...
Will Schapelle Corby Be Allowed to Make Money from Interviews?
There has been a large amount of media attention surrounding the issue of whether convicted Australian drug smuggler Schapelle Corby will be allowed to profit from any interviews she gives after her recent release from Bali’s Kerobokan Prison. Corby was...
Do Mandatory Sentences Work?
The issue of mandatory sentencing has been in the media recently, with NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell announcing the proposed introduction of mandatory sentencing laws for alcohol-fueled one-punch attacks. Under the proposed new laws, defendants found guilty of fatal offences involving...
NSW Law and Drink Spiking as a Crime
With the party season well underway, it is important to stay as safe as possible and enjoy yourself without ending up in legal trouble. Under NSW law, drink spiking is a criminal offence that can attract harsh penalties. Whether you...
What is Drug Supply?
If you are charged with drug supply, the maximum applicable penalty will vary depending on the type and quantity of the drug, and whether your case remains in the Local Court or is finalised in a higher court such as the District...
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...
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...
Anyone can fall foul of the law!
Even the most trusted and hard-working of people can fall foul of the law. An example can be found in the recent Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) report regarding a prison guard at a Sydney jail (called Operation Torino). This...
