What are One Punch Laws in NSW? The one punch law is also colloquially known as the coward punch laws. The one punch laws state, “the person assaults another person by intentionally hitting the other person with any part of the person’s body or with an object held by the person “. This is under Section 25A(1), Assault causing the…
What are the Knife Laws in NSW? Recent knife crimes in NSW have caused numerous murders, stabbings and injuries. The knife laws in NSW are governed by Summary Offences Act 1988. Under s11C of the Act, Possessing a knife in a public place or school is a crime under section 11C of the Summary Offences Act 1988, which carries a…
What is the Payment for Jury Duty in NSW? Jury duty is a vital role for all persons on the electoral roll. If you are employed, you can take leave to attend jury duty. Jury Duty is a civic responsibility in which individuals are randomly selected and summoned to serve as jurors in a court of law. In New South…
Is There Double Jeopardy Law In NSW? Double jeopardy is when a person is tried or punished for the same offence twice. For example, in Australia, it is a defence that an accused person who has already been tried and convicted or acquitted upon an indictment for a specific offence cannot be charged with the same offence again. The Rule…
How long does it take to get back Demerit Points in NSW? The demerit points system is a national program promoting safe and responsible driving across Australia. In New South Wales, this is regulated by Part 3.2 of the Road Transport Act 2013. Demerit points in NSW are penalties that are accompanied by a fine received upon committing road offences….
The Meaning of In Contempt of Court Being in Contempt of Court means an act that tends to interfere with or undermine the authority, performance or dignity of the courts or those who participate in their proceedings. Meaning of Contempt – What is Contempt of Court? The oxford dictionary meaning of Contempt is ‘the feeling that somebody/something is without value…
The Meaning of Beyond Reasonable Doubt In criminal law matters, the legal test and the standard of proof is beyond reasonable doubt. This is a higher standard of proof than civil proceedings. The simple reason is that a criminal conviction could result in the loss of a person’s liberty. In the words of Sir William Blackstone, ‘it is better that…
Is it Legal to Ride an Electric Scooter In NSW? Electric scooters are legal to ride on public roads in Victoria, ACT, the Northern Territory and Tasmania. However, In NSW, they are banned. In addition, any motorised ‘vehicle’ including e-scooters, Segways, e-hoverboards, e-skateboards, and e-unicycle apart from conforming ‘e-bikes’ are illegal to ride in public areas. This includes public roads,…
The Effect of Firearms Prohibition Order The Commissioner of New South Wales Police makes a Firearm Prohibition Order and prohibits a person from bearing a firearm, firearm parts, or ammunition. If an FPO has been served on you, you must obtain advice from a criminal defence lawyer. The Law – Firearm Prohibition Order NSW Under Section 74A of the Firearms…
What Is Hearsay? Criminal defence lawyers are usually asked what is hearsay? Hearsay is an objection that is very common during a hearing or trial. It is the most common, and both solicitors and an accused should understand it. The Law and Hearsay Rule The hearsay rule is contained in section 59 of the Evidence Act. It provides that; (1)…