Do I Need A Drug Lawyer For A Drug Possession Charge?
There are a number of different drug offences, and if you are found guilty, the likely penalty can vary depending on the exact charge and the quantity of drugs involved. Drug possession is usually treated as a summary offence, which...
Sydney Criminal Lawyers® – Representing Locals in Parramatta Court
Going to court can be stressful and confusing, and having a lawyer who is experienced in your type of case to guide you through the process and help you defend yourself can be highly beneficial. Sydney Criminal Lawyers® has offices...
Our Recent NSW Criminal Court Results – Non Conviction Orders
A criminal conviction can have a serious impact on your future, but with the right legal help it can be possible to avoid a conviction, even for relatively serious cases. A Section 10 order (now section 10 dismissal or conditional release...
Sniffer Dogs: Providing a Factual Basis for Suspicion
In order for police to legally search a person, premises or vehicle for drugs, they need to have a ‘reasonable suspicion’ that an illegal substance has been concealed. If police don’t have a factual basis for suspicion and they search...
The MERIT Program: Helping Defendants Overcome Substance Abuse Issues
The Magistrates Referral into Early Treatment (MERIT) program is a diversionary program that is designed to help defendants who have a substance abuse issue to obtain access to treatment, so they can overcome addition and reduce their chances of reoffending...
Issues Facing Female Inmates at Emu Plains Correctional and Other Centres
Female inmates make up 7% of the total prison population in NSW, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). The figures also show that the number of female prisoners in NSW has risen by 48% over the past decade....
How Will A Drug Supply Conviction Affect My Ability to Travel?
Facing the possibility of a drug supply conviction can be a nerve wracking experience. Drug supply is considered a more serious offence than possession, and comes with harsher penalties. If you have been charged with supplying prohibited drugs, you will probably...
Will a Criminal Record or AVO Affect My Security Licence?
Do you already work in the security industry, or are you considering a career in the field? Whether you are currently employed or looking for work, you will need to have a security licence for most security-related occupations. If you...
Drug Rehabilitation Programs that Can Help Reduce Repeat Drug Offences in NSW
The justice system takes drug offences in NSW seriously. Anyone who is charged with a serious drug offence where the drugs involved are substantial faces significant penalties, including possible imprisonment. The penalties are also likely to increase for a second...
Information for Parramatta Drug Court Participants
Have you been charged with a drug-related offence? Or had you taken an intoxicating substance at the time you committed your alleged offence? If you are facing the probability of a custodial sentence, and you are dependent on a prohibited...
