Getting Discharged for a Commonwealth Offence
Our Video and Blog post below talks about the penalties for Commonwealth Offences and the possibility of getting a discharge and avoiding a criminal conviction. Commonwealth offences are offences that have been committed against federal law, rather than state or...
What is Provocation in Criminal Law?
Provocation is a valid partial defence to a murder charge, and can result in a reduction of the charges from murder to manslaughter. If you are facing a charge of murder, you could of course serve a long-term jail sentence...
Can I Appeal A Disqualified Licence from RMS?
There are a number of different driving offences that can lead to suspension or disqualification in NSW. Some offences will be dealt with in court, while others are handled outside the court process, by Roads and Maritime Services (RMS). If...
Will A Good Behaviour Bond Appear on my Criminal Record?
If you are guilty of a criminal offence, you might be given a good behaviour bond. A good behavior bond is a court order which imposes certain conditions on you for a set period of time. A good behaviour bond...
How Can Traffic Offence Lawyers in NSW Help in Court?
Being charged with a traffic offence doesn’t always lead to a court appearance, but if it does, it is important to seek legal representation from a firm of experienced traffic lawyers. No matter how serious or minor the charges, it...
How Do I Work out The Cost of a Criminal Barrister?
If you are facing a legal problem, you want to be sure you are getting the best possible representation and advice. A criminal barrister has the training and experience to provide the highest level of legal assistance to their clients....
Stealing from Australia Post and Other Commonwealth Theft Offences
Stealing from Australia Post is considered a Commonwealth Offence under the Telecommunications and Postal Services Act 1989. Although the penalties for stealing from Australia Post are similar to those for other larceny offences, Australia Post is a government organisation, which...
Summary Offences Act: What is an Offensive Implement?
There are a number of different offences that have similar penalties under the Summary Offences Act. Summary offences are considered to be relatively minor, and are generally tried in the local court in front of a magistrate, rather than at...
How Offenders are Assessed at the Silverwater Gaol Remand Centre
The Silverwater Correctional Complex in Sydney’s west is generally the first place newly sentenced offenders, and those on remand, will be sent. From the Silverwater Gaol Remand Centre, offenders are classified and sent to the appropriate correctional facility, or if...
Professional Contract Shooters and Firearms Licences
There are a number of stringent rules surrounding who is allowed a licence to possess a firearm in NSW. One of the requirements of owning a firearm is having a genuine reason to possess a weapon. Other factors that will...
