All charges withdrawn and dismissed by the Local Court All charges withdrawn and dismissed by the Local Court.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…
Is Suicide Illegal in Australia? In Australia, suicide itself is not illegal. However, there are many suicide-related crimes that can lead to imprisonment, such as aiding or abetting the suicide of others. Attempted suicide or surviving a suicide pact does not incur being found guilty of murder or manslaughter, as outlined in Section 31A and 31B of the Crimes Act…
Bail Granted for alleged breach of extended supervision order Bail granted for an alleged breach of extended supervision under the Terrorism (High-Risk Offenders) Act 2017. Charges Against Our Client Our client is an elderly man subject to an onerous extended supervision order under the Terrorism (High-Risk Offenders) Act 2017. The police alleged our client breached his ESO condition by interacting…
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…
Non conviction for drug offence Non conviction obtained on appeal to the District Court of NSW for the offence of possession of prohibited drugs. Charges Against Our Client Our client is a middle-aged man, who was charged with having drugs in his possession. Our client had an extensive criminal history including spending a lengthy period of time in custody. Those…
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…
Is It Illegal To Not Vote In Australia? Voting in all federal elections in Australia is a legal obligation for citizens aged 18 and over. Failing to vote can result in a fine and potentially land you in court. Voting has been compulsory since 1924, and enrolling to vote in federal elections has been compulsory since 1918, whereby voting is…
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…