Because of the vital role that judges, witnesses and jurors play in promoting justice, attempts to threaten or otherwise influence these persons are taken very seriously by the courts
Section 322 of the Crimes Act deals with the offence of “threatening or intimidating judges, witnesses or jurors.”
It says that if you threaten or cause injury or detriment with the intention of influencing a witness, juror, judicial officer or public justice official, you could face a maximum penalty of 10 years imprisonment.
While this is obviously a heavy penalty, it is the maximum and will only apply in the most serious cases.
Sydney Criminal Lawyers has considerable experience defending clients in these types of matters and can assist you in avoiding a harsh penalty under the law.