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New organised crime laws in NSW: What the 2026 reforms mean

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New laws targeting organised crime have passed the NSW Parliament, introducing expanded powers for police and the NSW Crime Commission, tougher penalties for people involved in planning serious offences, and changes affecting children’s access to certain serious crimes. The Crimes and Other Legislation Amendment (Further Organised Crime Reforms) Bill 2026 was passed by parliament on

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What Offences Can Cameras Catch You Committing When Driving in NSW?

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Traffic cameras are now used across NSW to detect a wide range of driving offences. While most people associate cameras with speeding and red-light offences, modern camera systems can detect other conduct, including mobile phone use, seatbelt offences and certain lane offences. A camera infringement can result in a fine, demerit points and, in some

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11/6/2026 – Drive with illicit substance – Not Guilty and No Conviction

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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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When Social Media Becomes Evidence: A Guide to NSW’s ‘Post and Boast’ Laws

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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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Major Hate Crime Reforms introduced in NSW on 17 March 2026

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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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Solution Focused Justice: A Cross Jurisdictional Symposium

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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 in NSW: How do Indigenous courts work?

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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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