Is It Legal to Record a Private Conversation in NSW?
Ever wondered whether it is legal to record a private conversation in New South Wales? Under section 7 of the Surveillance Devices Act 2007, it is an offence punishable by up to 5 years in prison to knowingly install, use...
Is it Legal to Film Police?
It is completely legal to film police in public places, such as on the streets, in shops, shopping centres, malls, restaurants, licensed venues and other places members of the public are allowed to enter without permission from the owners. In...
Former Magistrate Heilpern Speaks About the Impact of the NSWCCA’s Recent Judgement on Drug Driving Offences
Is it legal to film police in New South Wales?
Pop quiz! Can you legally film police officers in New South Wales? The answer is yes, you can! Smartphones and social media have revolutionized how we hold power to account. Our ability to capture and share videos of police actions...
When Can Police Arrest?
Section 99 of the Law Enforcement (Powers and Responsibilities) Act 2002 states that police officers in New South Wales can arrest you without a warrant if: They suspect on reasonable grounds you are committing or have committed an offence, and...
New South Wales Vape Laws
New South Wales vape laws in a nutshell: 1. It is illegal to import any disposable (single use) vape, whether or not it contains nicotine, unless you are authorised to do so. 2. It is illegal to sell a vape...
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