At National Criminal Lawyers®, we know how devastating it can be to face allegations of domestic violence. These matters can carry serious criminal penalties, the imposition of restrictive Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVOs), and lasting personal consequences. In one recent case, our client was charged with common assault (domestic violence related) and contravene AVO, with…
Driving is a daily necessity for many people across New South Wales, but getting behind the wheel without the proper authorisation can quickly lead to serious legal trouble. At National Criminal Lawyers®, we often assist clients who have been charged with either driving without a licence or driving while disqualified. Although both offences involve unauthorised…
You leave the pub late at night, realise you’ve had too much to drink, and decide to sleep it off in your parked car. You never start the engine, but hours later, you’re woken by police tapping on the window. You’re breath-tested, over the limit, and then charged with a drink driving offence. “How is…
When criminal charges can’t wait, neither should legal help Criminal emergencies don’t happen during business hours. Police arrests occur at 2am on Saturday nights. Court deadlines approach over weekends. Urgent bail applications need immediate attention. That’s why National Criminal Lawyers is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. When You Need Immediate Legal…
When most people think of domestic violence in court, they imagine someone standing accused of committing it. But what if they are a victim too? At National Criminal Lawyers®, we’ve seen firsthand how a person’s experience of family violence, as a victim, can shape their actions, responses and mental health. The NSW legal system recognises…
A groundbreaking question with no simple answer When it comes to emotional abuse in Australian criminal law, the question isn’t just academic – it’s affecting real lives every day. Our legal team has just published comprehensive research that reveals why this question matters more than ever. The Shocking Reality Recent NSW data shows that 4%…
You’ve been charged with assault, a breach of an AVO, or another serious offence — but you genuinely don’t remember what happened. Maybe you were intoxicated. Maybe you were in a state of mental confusion, panic, or psychosis. Either way, you’re wondering: “If I didn’t know what I was doing, can I still be found…
You’ve been found guilty or have pleaded guilty to a criminal offence. But your mental health condition, whether it’s schizophrenia, PTSD, depression, or bipolar disorder, played a major role in what happened. You may be wondering: Will the court take my mental illness into account when deciding my sentence? The short answer? Yes, even if…
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…
Many of you are aware that selling alcohol to minors under the age of 18 is a crime. In NSW, Section 117 of the Liquor Act 2007 (NSW) states that the maximum penalty for selling liquor to a minor is $11,000 and/or 12 months imprisonment. However, what happens if a minor is supplied with alcohol…
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