Being refused bail can be one of the most distressing outcomes in a criminal matter, for both the accused and their family. Whether it happened in Penrith Local Court, Parramatta or Blacktown, the reality is that once a magistrate or judge says “bail refused,” you’re taken into custody until your trial which could be months…
If you’ve been convicted of a criminal offence in NSW, jail might not be your only option. In fact, the court may decide that keeping you in the community under strict supervision and conditions is the more appropriate punishment. This is called a Community Corrections Order (CCO). At National Criminal Lawyers®, we often help clients…
You’re driving through Sydney traffic. You hear a notification buzz and you glance at your phone for a split second. Weeks later, a fine arrives in the mail: $387 and five demerit points. No officer pulled you over. There’s just a blurry photo and a claim that you were using your phone. Welcome to the…
You’re pulled over while driving a friend’s car and the police find a bag of cocaine under the seat. Or perhaps you’re renting a room in a shared house where cannabis plants are discovered in the garage. You didn’t put them there. You didn’t even know about them. Can you still be charged? In NSW,…
If you’re pulled over by police in New South Wales, do they have the right to search your vehicle? It’s a situation that many drivers fear – especially if they’ve done nothing wrong. Understanding your rights during a traffic stop is essential, particularly as unlawful searches may result in evidence being thrown out in court….
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 aimed to target youth crime. These proposed changes have ignited a fiery debate across both political and social platforms. This blog post delves into what…
THE STORY Last week, a NSW highway patrol officer was sentenced a community correction order after being convicted of negligent driving causing grievous bodily harm. The court orders include license suspension for a period of 12 months. On last Friday, the NSW District Court Judge Huggett handed down the court decision to spare the police…
BACKGROUND Almost every adult Australian will no doubt be familiar with the tragic case of Kathleen Folbigg. The now 53-year-old Australian was convicted of three counts of murder and one count of manslaughter for the deaths of her four young children. Whilst she is presently imprisoned and sentenced to 30 years behind bars, Folbigg has…
Readers will no doubt be aware of the recent controversies and debates surrounding the allegations made against Attorney-General Christian Porter. The allegations, which describe a historic sexual assault in 1988, has caused fierce debate among some legal experts who are struggling to agree on the correct application of ‘the rule of law. For our purposes,…
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…
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