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PROTEST LAWS IN NSW
The right to protest is a fundamental aspect of democracy, allowing individuals to express their opinions and advocate for change. However, the right to protest is regulated and controlled under…
COMMON LAW AND PRECEDENTS IN CRIMINAL LAW
In the complex legal system, it is critical that essential elements relevant to court decisions are well understood, including that of common law and precedents. This blog post will discuss…
NSW GOVERNMENT’S NEW BAIL AND PERFORMANCE CRIME AMENDMENTS TARGETING YOUTH OFFENDERS
In recent developments within New South Wales (NSW), the Labor government, led by Premier Chris Minns, has introduced significant legislative reforms through the Bail and Crimes Amendment Bill 2024 specifically…
INTENSIVE CORRECTION ORDERS – ICO
Intensive Correction Orders (ICO) represent a significant aspect of the criminal justice sentencing system in New South Wales (NSW), offering an alternative to traditional sentences such as incarceration. This blog…
LARCENY IN NSW
Larceny, commonly referred to as theft, involves the unlawful taking and carrying away of personal property belonging to another with the intent to permanently dispossess the owner of it. This…
NO CONVICTION RECORDED DRIVING WHILST SUSPENDED
Recently, the team here at National Criminal Lawyers® had the opportunity to both represent a client who had been charged with the offence of driving whilst suspended, and to achieve…
THE MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE AND ALLEGED MURDER OF JESSE BAIRD AND LUKE DAVIES
In a chilling story that has gripped the nation, Sydney has become the centre of a harrowing investigation into the disappearance and alleged murder of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies.…
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU LIE IN COURT? PERJURY
Perjury is a serious offence in New South Wales. It involves making a false statement under oath, in proceedings in a judicial setting, where the truth is of utmost importance.…
TO SELF-REPRESENT? OR NOT?
Many people within the vast legal system of NSW decide to represent themselves in the Courts of Law, however it is critical that all aspects are considered when making the…
VAPES ARE ON THE CHASE, NEW AUSTRALIAN LEGAL CHANGES
Lots has changed in Australia over the past couple years, all the way from new kinds of technology to new kinds of trends, with one major trend seen having an…
HOW DOES A JUDGE DECIDE HOW MUCH TO SENTENCE?
Throughout the judicial process, often the final stage involves the Magistrate, Judge or Justice (Judge) passing down a sentence of which the accused must adhere to subject to whether any…
NSW GOVERNMENTS LATEST ATTEMPT TO STOP DRUG USE, IS IT SMART OR IS IT TIME FOR THE GOVERNMENT TO TAKE A STEP BACK AND RESTART?
What’s New? 2024 has brought about a lot of changes within the legal framework and system, some of which are commended and others not so much. One major change is…
Not Guilty Decision Awarded For Assault Occasioning Bodily Harm On The Grounds Of Self-Defence
Earlier this month the team at NCL defended a matter in the Court whereby our client was charged with Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm. This charge carries a maximum 5-year…
Not Guilty Verdict Awarded For Robbery Whilst Intentionally Inflicting Actual Bodily Harm and Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm
The team at National Criminal Lawyers® have once again run another successful defended hearing, where we were able to achieve a Not Guilty verdict for Robbery while intentionally inflicting actual…
Changes To Bail Laws
A significant change to the Bail Act was assented to on 27 June 2022 that will affect all criminal law practitioners and individuals facing serious criminal charges. The new amendment…
No Jail for over $500,000 Fraud
The team at National Criminal Lawyers® is not only proud but grateful to have received a result recently that has not been ever seen. Our client was charged with more…