Is Spitting On Someone Assault?

Is Spitting On Someone Assault?

Is Spitting On Someone Assault? Spitting on someone can be considered a form of assault, and in some cases, it can lead to arrest and criminal charges. While spitting on someone may not cause significant physical harm, it can be a demeaning and humiliating act that can cause emotional distress to the victim. The NSW Police can charge with common…

What Is Common Assault?

What Is Common Assault?

Common assault is the most common type of assault charge in Australia. For anyone facing common assault charges, here’s how the crime is defined, what penalties may apply, and how an accused person might defend the allegations against them.    What Is a Common Assault?   Common assault is the “least” serious assault charge. It occurs when a person knowingly…

All Charges dismissed for Domestic Violence Offences

All Charges dismissed for Domestic Violence Offences

All Charges dismissed for Domestic Violence Offences All charges dismissed for domestic violence offences Charges Against Our Client Our client is a mother of two children aged early in her 30s. After an alleged DV offence, our client called the police about a domestic violence incident. However, the police charged our client with Assault occasioning actual bodily harm on her…

What is Battery vs What is Assault?

What is Battery vs What is Assault?

What is Battery vs What is Assault? The legislation for assault charges is different in every state in Australia. An assault charge carries severe penalties under the criminal justice system in Australia, especially in New South Wales. Australian law deals severely with people who use violence, threats, and intimidation against another person.  Assault vs Battery In New South Wales, Divisions…