Facing criminal charges in NSW? Contact a lawyer. Sydney based lawyers can be key to state cases
Being charged with a criminal offence, no matter how serious, can be overwhelming. You might be unsure what will happen, you might not understand the charges you face, or have any idea what your penalty will be if you are...
Sydney Criminal Lawyers® success in defending fraud charges
In a recent case defended by Sydney Criminal Lawyers® and publicised in the media, a Salvation Army executive who stole more than $140,000 from the Salvation Army at Collaroy, on Sydney’s Northern Beaches was successfully kept out of prison. The...
Is it fair to keep sex offenders in prison beyond their sentence if they’ve done nothing wrong during their sentence?
The Crimes (Serious Sex Offenders) Act 2006 (NSW) enables the Attorney General to apply for ‘continuing detention orders’ to keep ‘serious sex offenders’ in custody beyond their prison terms and ‘continuing supervision orders’ to intensely supervise offenders after release. Continuing...
What are the penalties for an offensive language offence?
Have you been charged with an offensive language offence? Offensive language offences fall under the Summary Offences Act, and they are considered criminal offences. If you have been charged with one of these offences, you will need to seek legal...
What are the criminal fines for assault charges in NSW?
If you have pleaded guilty or been found guilty of an assault offence in New South Wales, there are a number of penalties you face, including: avoiding a criminal record altogether, a good behaviour bond or a fine. It is important...
Police Assault Young Man at Mardi Gras
By now you will have seen footage of a solidly-built police officer throwing a slightly-built, handcuffed young man to the hard ground and then standing on his body at last Saturday’s Mardi Gras. You may also have seen tv interviews...
What happens in Supreme Court trials: From arraignment to the defence barrister closing speech
If you are asked to stand trial in NSW, you will either go to the local court, the district court or the Supreme Court. The supreme court of NSW generally deals with more serious cases than the smaller courts. If...
With so many criminal law firms to choose from, how do you find the right one?
If you have been arrested or charged with a criminal offence, you may need legal help from an experienced criminal lawyer. Finding a law firm that has experienced criminal lawyers can make the difference between receiving a harsh penalty for...
I have received a subpoena from NSW police, what do I have to do?
If you are required to appear in court as a witness, you might receive a subpoena. NSW police might require you to give evidence, or submit certain documents relating to a future court hearing. A subpoena is issued by the...
Common Defences to Basic Assault Charges
Our video and blog post below talks about Common defences to basic assault charges. If you have been charged with assault, it does not mean you have to plead guilty, or that you are necessarily going to be found guilty if...
