Criminal Law Appeals
If you are found guilty of an offence in the Local Court of NSW, you may appeal the decision to the District Court of NSW, either on the grounds...
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P2 license holders can no longer use mobile phones under any circumstances while driving
All mobile phone use is now banned for Learner, P1 drivers and provisional motorcycle riders, this applies to all use, including hands-free sets and phones set to speakers, Bluetooth...
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The laws relating to AVOs will change on 3 December 2016
Changes to the NSW Crimes (Domestic and Personal Violence) Act will commence on 3 December that will change the test for granting Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVOs). Previously, the court required proof that...
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Cyber harassment, cyber stalking and cyber bullying: the offences and penalties
Note: If an individual is exposed to cyber bullying, cyber stalking and/or cyber harassment the matter should be reported to NSW Police. The Laws Cyber bullying, cyber stalking and...
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Know Your Rights in NSW
This information is general information only. If you are contacted by the police immediately contact our Criminal Law team. POLICE POWERS TO DEMAND NAME AND ADDRESS In most situations you do...
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Jury Duty – A Guide For Potential Jurors
Serving on a jury is a new experience for most people. Whilst some people see it as an honour, others wish to avoid duty at all costs. The following...
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What is self-defence?
Under NSW law, a person is not responsible for a criminal offence if the person carries out the conduct constituting the offence in self-defence. It will be “self-defence” if...
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Does going to prison reduce the risk of reoffending when compared with a suspended sentence?
Does going to prison reduce the risk of reoffending when compared to offenders who receive a suspended sentence? The answer is no. A study published by the NSW Bureau...
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It is now illegal to smoke electronic cigarettes whilst children are in the car
Is it illegal to smoke an e-cigarette in a car with children? From 1 December this year the using of an electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) in a vehicle in the...
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Drug Offences: The difference between small, traffickable and indictable quantities
The Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985 is an act which prohibits the manufacture, supply, possession and use of drugs. What offence a person will be charged with and...
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