Changes to Crash Reporting Requirements in NSW
The laws surrounding how and when traffic accidents should be reported have been changed, with the amended laws due to come into force on October 15. These changes, which are intended to streamline crash-reporting processes and alleviate time spent by...
Don’t Let the Truth Get in the Way of Bail Act Hysteria
On 17 September 2014, the Daily Telegraph published a (“news”) story decrying the decision of Police to grant bail to a never licensed driver charged with an offence of Dangerous Driving Causing Death following the tragic loss of a schoolgirl...
When can Police Suspend my Licence on the Spot?
Sometimes police can suspend your driver’s licence on the spot if they allege you have committed a serious traffic offence. They can do this immediately after you have been pulled-over, or within 48 hours afterwards. Driving licence suspension notices take...
Driving Furiously and other Less Prosecuted Offences
Throughout history, civilisations have come up with some fairly unusual crimes and possibly even more unusual punishments. Of course, many of these are never, if ever prosecuted. In a country like Australia, where there is an abundance of laws and...
Do I Have to Answer Police Questions if I’ve been in an Accident?
If you have been involved in a traffic accident you need to report the matter to the police as soon as possible. Failing to report an accident can leave you facing criminal charges. If you are concerned that you may...
How can I remove my habitual offender declaration?
What is a habitual offender declaration? A habitual offender declaration is an order made by the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) against people who are found guilty of 3 or more ‘relevant traffic offences’ within 5 years. It basically means...
Intensive Traffic Offender Program now available in Sydney
Traffic Offender Programs are courses designed to inform drivers about the dangers of certain driving habits – such as drink driving, speeding and driving whilst fatigued. They are often undertaken by those who have been charged with major traffic offences...
What Types of Cases Appear at Parramatta District Court?
The NSW court system is divided into three different levels of court. The local court deals with less serious matters. Local court hearings are presided over by a magistrate rather than a judge and jury. The district court is where...
Police pursuit and Skye’s Law
Our video and blog post below talks about Police pursuit and Skye’s Law. Skye’s Law is an amendment to the Crimes Act, and is part of the legislation governing police pursuits and reckless driving. Skye’s Law was enacted after the tragic...
Have you been caught street racing? Sydney laws now tougher than before
Tougher laws regarding street racing in Sydney and NSW have only taken effect relatively recently. In 2007, the NSW government announced stronger penalties for those found guilty of street racing and performing dangerous driving manoeuvres, such as burnouts, on public...
