Naughty or Nice? Top 5 Crimes in Santa Suits
He’s supposed to know when you’ve been naughty or nice - but even jolly old Saint Nick can find himself on the wrong side of the law from time to time. From armed robberies to handing out drugs - and...
Man charged with murder after shooting dead body
Trying to kill an already dead person may sound impossible - but one Victorian man, 39-year-old Daniel Darrington, found out that murder charges can result from shooting a corpse. In March 2014, Mr Darrington and 31-year-old Rocky Matskassy were fighting...
Greyhound Trainers Sentenced for Live Baiting
If you are an animal lover, you will no doubt be aware of the controversial live baiting scandal which has rocked the greyhound racing world. The practice - which involves live animals such as rabbits, possums and piglets – being...
What Happens in Prison on Christmas Day?
It’s Christmas day and many of us are enjoying family celebrations, a break from work and a chance to eat a lot of food and have a few drinks. But for those in custody, 25 December is quite a different...
Is your online Christmas shopping secure?
NSW Police are warning Australians to be more aware about their online security after four men were arrested in identity fraud raids late last week. The men, aged between 33 and 50, were arrested by the Identity Security Strike Team...
Crazy legal defences that actually worked
There is never a dull moment in the practice of criminal law - and the situations that people find themselves in never cease to amaze. Read on to find out about some of the more unusual defences used successfully in...
Rehabilitation Programs a Success for Indigenous Offenders
Second chances are hard to come by when you have been charged with a criminal offence. But a unique program targeted at Indigenous offenders does just that - by allowing a court to defer sentencing them while they take part...
Police Raid Home and Point Gun at Terrified 13-Year-Old Girl’s Head
Imagine being sound asleep in the comfort of your own home - then suddenly being awoken in the early hours of the morning to heavily armed police pointing shouting and pointing a gun at your head. It may sound like...
Seven Myths About the Criminal Justice System
Radio shock jocks, newspapers and social media are rich sources of fiction about the criminal justice system. Here are some of the most popular myths: 1. Juries are more lenient than judges While the right to a jury trial for...
Police Target Shoplifters This Christmas Season
As Christmas approaches, we are serenaded by Christmas carols, treated to longer store opening hours and enticed by all kinds of shopping offers to make the most of the festive season. The large crowds and busy sales assistants can create...
