Back To Basics: Assault

Back To Basics: Assault

In New South Wales an assault occurs when a person intentionally or recklessly causes another person to apprehend immediate and unlawful violence. Assaults range from less serious common assaults to assaults occasioning actual bodily harm and assaults occasioning...
No Body, No Parole

No Body, No Parole

“No Body, No Parole” laws have been put forward after the grim trial of Chris Dawson and the sordid details of the murder of his wife, Lynette Dawson. Over 30 years has passed since the tragically mysterious disappearance of Lynette. In a drawn out and painful to...
The Best Way to Navigate the Local Court

The Best Way to Navigate the Local Court

Thinking of Flying Solo? The Local Court in New South Wales is the workhorse of the criminal justice system with around 90% of criminal matters starting and finishing in the Local Court. The Court deals with a diverse workload ranging from minor traffic incidents to...
POSSESSION

POSSESSION

… IT ISN’T MINE OFFICER! A fundamental element for number of criminal offences, such as possessing or supply drugs or firearms, is “possession.” In order for such a charge to be made out the prosecution is obliged to prove that the illegal items are in fact yours....
New Bail Laws Criticised

New Bail Laws Criticised

Where There’s a “Will” There’s a Way? Tough new bail laws were passed last month in NSW. The intention was said to keep sex offenders and those committing offences against children in custody (remand) while awaiting sentencing. Presumably, the intent was to ensure...