The Difference Between an Act of Indecency and Indecent Assault in NSW
There are a large number of different sexual offences in NSW, which range in severity from summary offences to indictable offences with serious penalties such as long-term imprisonment. There is a lot of very specific terminology surrounding sexual offences, and...
Can I Defend Myself Against An Act of Indecency Charge?
Being charged with committing an act of indecency can be a distressing experience, and being found guilty of this offence can have repercussions for the rest of your life. If you have been charged with committing an act of indecency,...
The Difference Between a Summary Offence and a Minor Indictable Offence in NSW
Legal terminology can be confusing. If you have been arrested and charged with a criminal offence, you may hear a lot of different terms, which you are not familiar with. Criminal offences are categorised into certain groups, generally depending on...
Which Court Will My Indecent Assault Charges Be Heard In?
Some criminal charges are considered a summary offence, which means they will be tried in the local court only. Other offences are considered more serious, and will mean that your case is heard in the district or supreme court. There...
Sex Offence Prosecutions – to proceed or not to proceed
Our video and blog post below discusses the importance of choosing an experienced criminal lawyer when charges will be brought and continued for sex offences. People charged with sex offences will often ask me: ‘how can they charge me when...
