What Happens After a Breach of Bond?
If you are guilty of a criminal offence in NSW, you may receive a good behaviour bond instead of a prison sentence or other penalty. Although a good behaviour bond is often considered to be a lenient penalty, it’s important...
Social Media Posts – Be Careful and Expect Criticism!
We love hearing people’s views. It’s so important that everyone is allowed to express genuine opinions in our great country – regardless of whether or not we agree with them! And we love feedback, positive or negative, as long as...
New Chief Judge Appointed to NSW District Court
Like the rest of the legal community, I am saddened by the retirement of Chief District Court of NSW Judge Reginald Blanch AM who will be stepping-down on 7th August 2014. Justice Blanch is respected by members of the legal...
Car Rebirthing in NSW
Car rebirthing, where vehicles are stolen, stripped of identifying numbers and then sold, is believed to be fairly widespread in NSW. Earlier this year, an alleged syndicate operating out of Sydney’s west was arrested and police seized 32 cars and...
Defences to Cultivation of Cannabis Charges
The law relating to cultivating, supplying or possessing prohibited plants such as cannabis in New South Wales is set out in the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985 (the Act). Cultivation means growing, tending, planting or harvesting of prohibited plants....
Caught in Possession of Drugs? What Now?
The last decade has seen a rise in the number of police officers deployed at festivals and events across NSW. The sight of sniffer dogs at live music events is commonplace, and the annual Nimbin Mardi Grass festival, which was...
What are the Wider Effects of a Criminal Conviction?
Having a criminal conviction on your record can have lasting consequences. Not all convictions are for serious offences, yet a conviction can still end up being a nuisance for years into the future. For example, you might have a conviction...
Providing a Personal Reference in Court
Do you know someone who is facing criminal charges and has to go to court? Providing a personal reference for someone who is going to court can help them present a favourable impression to the judge or magistrate, and may help...
What to look for when choosing a Criminal Law Firm in Sydney
Our video and Blog post below talks about What to look for when choosing a Criminal Law Firm in Sydney. How to Choose a Criminal Lawyer Have you been charged with an offence and are wondering what your next step...
Will a Section 10 Dismissal Affect my Ability to Travel?
Have you ever thought about the consequences that a criminal record could have on any future overseas trips you were planning on taking? Imagine being restricted on which countries you could visit next time you go on a holiday. Getting...
