All charges withdrawn and dismissed by the Local Court All charges withdrawn and dismissed by the Local Court. Charges Against Our Client Our client was a man in his late 30’s charged with assault and breach of AVO charges. There were two separate proceedings against our client, and the second set of charges related to an alleged breach of AVO…
Is Tax Evasion a Criminal or Civil Offence? Tax evasion is not just a problem in Australia but a global problem for revenue authorities. Individuals and businesses use clever ways to defraud and evade tax systems. Tax evasion is a serious criminal charge in Australia subject to penalties and fines. What is Tax Evasion? Tax evasion is a tax crime,…
Are Robbery and Larceny Different Crimes? Robbery and larceny share some similarities, but there are differences to distinguish between the two crimes clearly. Each crime has different definitions, requirements, and penalties. Larceny can be described as merely the unlawful taking of property, and no acts of violence are committed. The penalties may range from no conviction to shorter periods of…
Wearing of Wigs in NSW Wearing wigs in NSW Courts is a common sight. The Australian legal system is modelled around the common law system that originated in the United Kingdom. Accordingly, many practise still survive from that system. However, many countries have abolished the requirement, such as New Zealand. Until the seventeenth century, lawyers were expected to appear in…
What Is The Difference Between Murder and Manslaughter? At law, there are distinct differences between manslaughter and murder charges. These difference range from what the crown needs to prove against you to the type of maximum penalty one may receive if found guilty. The charges are covered by the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) and include certain defences available to a…
Do I Need a Civil Lawyer Or a Criminal Lawyer? There is a difference between civil and criminal law, and many lawyers specialise in a particular area of law. To help you decide whether you require a civil or criminal lawyer, we have answered frequently asked questions on this issue below. Difference Between Civil and Criminal Law The primary difference…
Crimes Act 1900 NSW an Explanation The Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) governs the criminal law legislation in NSW. As this is the primary criminal law statute for NSW, it is an extensive document covering the bulk of criminal charges. The charges laid against an individual usually include a law part code. Crimes Act 1900 NSW received royal assent on 31…
What is Grievous Bodily Harm? The charge of causing wounding or grievous bodily harm (gbh charge) with intent is a very serious offence and carries a maximum penalty of 25 years of full-time imprisonment. This is contrary to section 33, Crime Act 1900. Grievous Bodily Harm NSW In NSW, as stated above, the legislation that covers grievous bodily harm is…
What is Indecent Assault in NSW? Indecent assault charges are laid frequently by the New South Wales Police. However, 61L of the Crimes Act 1900 has been repealed. That section stated; Any person who assaults another person and, at the time of, or immediately before or after, the assault, commits an act of indecency on or in the presence…
10 Reasons to Choose Lyons Law Group If the police have charged you or a loved one, you must attend court. Appearing in court for a criminal charge is usually daunting. Let us help you make the process easier than it may be when representing yourself in court. Here are 10 reasons to choose our team of criminal lawyers from…