Centrelink fraud or Social Security fraud involves intentionally receiving money you are not entitled to receive from Centrelink. These offences are treated very seriously by the Courts because they involve intentional deception of a government resource. The majority of Centrelink…
Apprehended Violence Order (“AVO”) is an order to protect victims of domestic violence when they are fearful of future violence or threats to their safety, sometimes known as restraining orders or protection orders. You can apply for an AVO if…
The New South Wales Legislation defines bail as the authority to be at liberty for an alleged offence that the accused has been charged with pending the outcome of their court proceedings. The decision to grant bail can come about…
There are different types of assault offences, with varying degrees of seriousness. According to The Law Handbook, each category of assault offence attracts its own penalty, depending on the seriousness of the offence. We look at some categories of assault, the…
Sydney toddler Skye Sassine was killed on New Year’s Eve in 2009 when a speeding driver hit her family’s car while attempting to evade authorities during a police pursuit. Skye’s Law was created after the event to deter other drivers from engaging…
You can appeal to the Local Court against a licence suspension if you are suspended for the following reasons: Speeding more than 40 km/hr over the speed limit Speeding more than 45 km/h over the speed limit Driving with a…
There are many reasons that a person may make a false statement to the police or lie in court. It could be for reasons that a person may be trying to protect themselves or protect their loved ones. It could…
Possessing drugs can be a serious charge, depending on the amount and the type of drug found in your vehicle. Did you know the drugs were in the vehicle? Just because the drugs were located in your car does not…
Indictable offences There is no ‘limitation period’ for ‘indictable offences’ that is, more serious criminal offences that can be dealt with in the District Court. This means that a charge can be brought against you anytime, even after several decades…