Downing Centre Local Court
Our Videos and Blog post below is about the Downing Centre Local Court. The Downing Centre Local Courts are located at 143-147 Liverpool Street, Sydney, which is diagnally opposite the southern end of Hyde Park near Museum Train Station....
How to Write an Apology Letter to the Court
If you have been charged with a traffic or criminal offence, and intend to plead guilty, there are a few things you can do to help the magistrate or judge look more leniently on your case. Writing an apology letter...
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...
What to Do if You Have a Loved One at Silverwater Prison
Finding out that your friend or family member has been taken into custody can be extremely upsetting and stressful. You may be concerned for their welfare while they are in jail, and unsure how much you will be able to...
Withdrawing an AVO
What happens if you have taken out an AVO, and then decide you don’t need it any more? Or, what if the police have taken out an AVO on your behalf, which you don’t believe is necessary? Once it is...
Defending Yourself against a Charge of Being Armed with Intent in NSW
Have you been charged with being armed with intent in NSW? This offence comes under section 114 of the Crimes Act, and can attract severe penalties. If police have caught you with a weapon and believe you had the intention...
How to Prepare for a Term in a Correctional Centre in Sydney
If you are facing a potential prison sentence, it is best to be prepared. This means taking a number of things into consideration before your court date in Sydney. If you are sentenced to a prison term, you will be...
What is the MRRC NSW?
The Metropolitan Remand and Reception Centre, commonly known as the MRRC NSW forms part of the Silverwater correctional complex, which is located just outside Sydney. If you (or a friend or family member) ends up at the MRRC, it is...
What is a Habitual Offender, and Can a Drink Driving Lawyer Help?
The Habitual Offender Scheme is designed to penalise people who commit repeated serious traffic offences, such as drink driving and dangerous driving. If you are declared a habitual offender, you will face more serious penalties for subsequent drink driving offences,...
What is a Traffic Offenders Program?
If you have been charged with a traffic or drink driving offence, your traffic lawyer might suggest that you enrol in a traffic offenders program. A traffic offenders program is designed to educate drivers who have already gotten into trouble...