The ‘Four Angels law’ was tabled by the New South Wales State Parliament in response to the horrific tragedy which took the lives of Anthony, Angelina and Sienna Abdallah and their cousin, Veronique Sakr. The terrible event occurred in February last year when a drunk driver mounted the footpath, killing the four children. The driver,…
Although life is slowly returning back to normal following the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to be aware of what the law says in relation to the Public Health Orders should harsher restrictions and social distancing rules return. THE LAW IN NEW SOUTH WALES Firstly, it should be known that a Public…
Due to the lockdown practices, the Police across the country have stopped conducting static roadside tests of drivers for alcohol and drugs because of the risks to officers and the public from the coronavirus. Does this mean you are free and to go down to your local pub without no booze wagon around the corner?…
In New South Wales, it is an offence to supply prohibited drugs. An offence of a prohibited drug supply carries a maximum penalty of 5,500 penalty units and/or life imprisonment. The Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985 (‘the Act’) prohibits the cultivation, manufacture, supply, possession and use of certain drugs. The definition of supply under…
Receiving a speeding fine is usually no cheap ticket. However, to be charged without the use of a radar gun for speeding is unfair. In fact, the police can use their ‘expert’ knowledge to determine how fast you were speeding. This practice by the NSW police officer is not illegal and has been widely criticized…
The team at National Criminal Lawyers® Wollongong are highly experienced in driving and traffic offences. Various matters include: Drink driving; Dangerous driving; Driving whilst Unlicensed/Suspended/Disqualified; Negligent driving; Speeding; and Red light camera. For a list of all traffic offences dealt with by our experienced team, please click here. Our firm understands that there may be…
The NSW road transport legislation is one of the most complex areas of law commonly applied in the Local Court. From July 2013, the Roads Transport Act has consolidated statutory provisions from several pieces of legislation. The most common traffic offences that are dealt with in the Local Court are drink-driving offences, driving while disqualified,…
With double demerits running through Christmas and New Year to 3 January 2021, many drivers are being cautious on the road. No matter how safe of a driver you are, you are only as safe as the driver next to you. On the road, we can take precautions and drive defensively but there is always…
Despite being warned to take extra caution when driving on the roads over the holiday season, many Sydneysiders have coped a fine for disobeying the law. From 12.01am on Thursday, 24 December until 11.59pm on Sunday, 3 January, the loss of double demerit points will be in action. The NSW Police are targeting seatbelt and…
The use of false identification documents can result in serious charges with heavy penalties. Fake IDs are often used by minors, under the age of 18, to purchase alcohol or obtain entry into an alcohol-licensed premises. Authorities have also been presented with a number of fake driver’s licences from drivers on Australian roads. FAKE IDS…
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