Sydney Criminal Lawyers® Weekly Rundown – Articles from 7 to 13 December 2020

In case you’ve missed any of them, here’s a rundown of the past week’s articles:

Government’s Plan to Criminalise Cash Payments Has Been Defeated

Scott Morrison’s proposal to create four criminal offences involving the use of cash payments has been defeated in the Senate.

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The NSW Local Court Practice Note for Criminal Proceedings Part 2: Vacating Hearings, AV Links, Mental Illness and Media Recordings

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Lawyers Support Mandatory Reporting of Suspected Corruption

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World Moves Closer to Cannabis Decriminalisation

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Berejiklian’s Drug Depenalisation: A “Modest” Step Towards “Inevitable” Decriminalisation

High Court Rules that Refugees Can Hold Dutton to Account: An Interview with Lawyer George Newhouse

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Controlling the Discussion: Peace Campaigner Jacob Grech on the Brereton Report

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What is a Biosecurity Emergency Declaration in Australia?

The federal government will seek a further three month extension of its emergency public health powers.

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The Dungay Family Call on the NSW Premier to See Charges Laid

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Gamil Means No: An Interview With Gamilaraay Next Generation’s Ian Brown

Young Gomeroi people are leading the charge against Santos’ Narrabri Gas project.

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The Law, Defences and Penalties for Sexual Assault in New South Wales

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The Offence of Advocating Terrorism in Australia

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Boycott Global Brands With Forced Uyghur Labour in Their Supply Chains

At least 82 global brands have benefited from China’s forced Uyghur labour program.

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