Defence Lawyers Denied the Right to Evidence
Recent changes to court legislation have meant that defence lawyers no longer have certain rights they previously had regarding summary offences. Until recently, defence lawyers had the right to receive a ‘brief of evidence’ from the prosecution at least 14...
One Lawyer or a Team of Lawyers: Which is best?
If you are looking for legal representation you may find yourself overwhelmed at the different options available. With so many different lawyers and law firms around, how do you choose the right one? Deciding between a lawyer working independently and...
How Can I Appeal my Court Case?
If you have recently faced criminal proceedings and are unhappy with the outcome, it is possible to appeal. If you want to appeal a recent sentence or verdict, make sure you seek legal advice first to ensure you present the...
Continued Detention Orders in NSW
Although it is generally accepted that penalties like imprisonment are designed to be punishment for offences already committed, in some cases, custodial sentences are also used as prevention against future crimes. For example, continued detention orders in NSW can be...
NSW Councils given broad power to declare dogs ‘menacing’
The Companion Animals Amendment Act 2013 which came into effect on 19th November 2013 introduces several new provisions to regulate dogs that are considered to be aggressive. ‘Menacing Dogs’ The most significant change is the introduction of a new category...
What Are The Penalties for Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm Charges?
Assault is a common offence under the Crimes Act and there are a number of different types of assault charges, all of which come with different penalties. If you are facing assault occasioning actual bodily harm charges, there are serious...
Controversial Bill “Zoe’s Law” Passes NSW Lower House
Unborn babies are now on the way to having separate legal recognition to their mothers after a controversial bill passed the lower house of the NSW Parliament last week. Under the bill, known as Zoe’s Law, defendants could for the...
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...
What Happens if I Don’t Go to Court?
Have you been charged with a criminal or traffic offence? If you are facing criminal proceedings, or you have elected to have a penalty notice dealt with in court, you may be issued with a court attendance notice. This notice...
How Can I Increase My Chances of Getting A Good Behaviour Bond?
Depending on the type of criminal charges you are facing, there are a number of different penalties you may be given. For a more serious offence, you may find yourself facing the possibility of a prison sentence or a large...
