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05/05/2014 By Gavin Hanrahan

Carrying Bicycles & Motor Vehicles

Many people are unaware of the strict requirements which have been placed on drivers when carrying a bicycle externally mounted to a motor vehicle.

20/01/2014 By Gavin Hanrahan

Driving Under the Influence of Illicit Drugs (DUI)

It is an offence under the Road Transport Act 2013 to drive a motor vehicle whilst under the influence of an illicit drug.

Traffic Offences NSW Criminal Driving Lawyers

21/11/2013 By Gavin Hanrahan

16 criminal offences that you may not be aware of in NSW

There are a number of offences and Road Rules that you may not be aware of, even though they can attract significant penalties...

12/03/2013 By Gavin Hanrahan

Occupier of retail shop not liable for the actions of a “suspected fraudster”

On the 8th of February 2013, the New South Wales Court of Appeal handed down its Decision in an appeal by a store owner against a finding it was liable...

25/01/2013 By Gavin Hanrahan

Rego labels are no longer required in NSW

From 1 January 2013, registration labels in NSW are no longer a legal requirement for light vehicles, including cars, motorcycles and trailers up to a gross vehicle mass of 4.5...

26/10/2012 By Gavin Hanrahan

Changes to the NSW Road Rules & Traffic Laws

NSW Roads and Maritime Services recently announced a number of changes to the NSW Road Rules due to commence on 1 November 2012. The most significant amendment involves the rules...

16/10/2012 By Gavin Hanrahan

When can a police officer search you?

Police are required to have reasonable grounds or a reasonable suspicion before they can undertake a search. Find out more by reading this article...

25/06/2012 By Gavin Hanrahan

Family Violence: New Amendments to the Family Law Act

Important amendments to the Family Law Act relating to family violence came into effect on 7 June 2012. Read this article for an overview of the changes.