If you are accused of a sex offence, it is important to take the matter seriously, regardless of whether the allegation is true. It is easy to minimise or completely deny the situation you are in, particularly if you are innocent. Many believe that if they are innocent, then they have nothing to worry about. Nothing […]
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Our criminal defence lawyers get successful results in court for Driving with an illicit substance in their system, including not guilty verdicts and no convictions on sentence. Below are two examples of how we navigate the courts to get the results for our clients. Drive with an illicit substance (drug driving) Our criminal defence lawyer
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All our criminal defence lawyers have had a successful fortnight in court. We have successfully defended a range of charges in the last fortnight. Some include: Sexual intercourse without consent The issues in the case concerned intoxication and the complainant’s reliability. Following a 2-week district court trial, our criminal defence lawyer established a motive for
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Posting online for attention is nothing new. It may seem like harmless fun, a prank, a fight, or reckless behaviour, and uploading it for views. However, when that content involves criminal behaviour, it can quickly move from ‘likes’ to charges. ‘Post and Boast’ conduct is now firmly on the radar of police and prosecutors in
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New South Wales introduced major hate crime reforms on 17 March 2026, significantly expanding criminal offences and increasing penalties for conduct motivated by hatred. This is in response to a series of targeted attacks against members of the LGBTQIA+ community. These reforms represent a major expansion of criminal liability, amending the Crimes (Sentencing Procedure) Act
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The Australian Criminal Law Group was honoured to sponsor the Solution Focused Justice: A Cross Jurisdictional Symposium on 20-21 February 2026. It was a landmark event showcasing innovative and solution focused, drawing strong support from across Australia’s Legal profession Among the sponsors listed in the program materials is the Australian Criminal Law group, reflecting our
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Circle sentencing brings the court, offender, victims, respected elders and community members together to determine an appropriate sentence. It is a specialist sentencing process within the NSW Local Court designed for Aboriginal offenders. It is a structured, culturally informed sentencing process aimed at accountability, rehabilitation and reducing reoffending. It is a restorative justice process designed
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The police have approached you, and they say they want to ask you a few questions. Should you agree, or do you exercise your right to silence and say nothing at all? A police interview can be both formal and informal. It can range from a casual chat to a recorded formal interview. Even seemingly
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Can police legally strip-search you while at a music festival? If drugs are found, does that mean the search was lawful? These questions have become highly relevant recently as strip searches at festivals have attracted legal ramifications. Historically, festivals have been a hotspot for police drug operations. With courts finding many searches unlawful, understanding how
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Are conversations with my lawyer actually confidential? One of the most common concerns people have before speaking with a lawyer is whether what they share will remain confidential. The short answer is yes. This is known as client privilege. Lawyers are generally prohibited from sharing what you tell them, as confidentiality is a fundamental part
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