When someone breaks the law in Queensland, they might have a defence if they made an honest mistake about the facts of their situation. This… Read More »The Defence of Mistake of Fact in Queensland: Your Legal Rights Explained
In recent years, there have been rising cases of fraud, including card fraud and scams. Fraud is a serious criminal offence in New South Wales… Read More »Charged with Fraud in NSW? Here’s What You Need to Know
A police search without a warrant can be an unsettling experience for anyone. Understanding your rights under New South Wales law is crucial for protecting… Read More »Police Search Without a Warrant in NSW: A Guide to Your Rights
The right to protest is a fundamental part of Australian democracy, safeguarded by the Constitution’s implied freedom of political communication and long-standing common law traditions.… Read More »Charged with a Protest-Related Offence? Understanding Your Rights and Responsibilities
In Queensland, the defence of provocation is a key legal doctrine that can significantly affect the outcome of criminal cases, particularly those involving assault or… Read More »The Defence of Provocation: Your Legal Rights in Queensland
When you’re facing criminal charges in Queensland, one of the most critical documents you’ll encounter is the QP9, or the Queensland Police Form 9 (often… Read More »Understanding the QP9: A Guide to Queensland Police Court Briefs
Social media has become an integral part of daily life, transforming the way people communicate, share information, and interact with the world around them. This… Read More »How Does Social Media Impact NSW Trials?
In Queensland’s criminal justice system, the concept of proportionality plays a pivotal role in shaping sentencing decisions. This principle ensures that punishments align with the… Read More »Proportionality in Sentencing in Queensland: Why It Matters to You
Sexual offences are considered among the most serious crimes in Queensland, with severe legal repercussions and significant personal implications. This article aims to provide a… Read More »Sexual Offences, Allegations, and False Accusations in Queensland: What You Need to Know
In April 2024, Queensland’s Crime Corruption Commission (CCC) issued a reform agenda attempting to update the Criminal Proceeds Confiscation Act 2002 (CPCA). The CPCA is… Read More »Modernising Queensland’s Asset Confiscation Regime: Proposed Reforms to the Criminal Proceeds Confiscation Act 2002
Being charged with unlawful stalking is a serious legal matter that can have long-term consequences. If you’ve been accused of stalking in New South Wales… Read More »Charged with Unlawful Stalking in NSW or Queensland? Here’s What You Need to Know
As the world becomes more interconnected and dependent on the internet, the frequency and complexity of computer hacking offences continue to rise. Recent data from… Read More »Understanding NSW Cybercrime Legislation 2025
The Criminal Code and Other Legislation (Double Jeopardy Exception and Subsequent Appeals) Amendment Act 2023, passed by the Queensland Parliament in March 2023, introduced two… Read More »Strengthening Queensland’s Criminal Justice System: Reforms to Double Jeopardy and Appeals
Both Federal and state governments in Australia have laws in place to prevent people from profiting from criminal activity, also known as ‘proceeds of crime’.… Read More »Forfeiture Applications for Property Arising Out of Trafficking Offences
There are sometimes compelling reasons why a person sentenced for a criminal offence in one state of Australia may seek to transfer to another jurisdiction,… Read More »What Happens if you are Sentenced in New South Wales but Reside in another Jurisdiction?
Criminal behaviour has long since stopped being a local phenomenon. Particularly in the illegal drug trade, interstate movement of people who commit criminal acts is… Read More »The Difference in the Process of Being Charged with a Criminal Offence in Queensland and New South Wales
Media headlines in Queensland have been filled in recent times with criminal offences committed by juveniles, often resulting in terrible tragedies where innocent members of… Read More »What You Need to Know About the Spate of Youth Crime in Queensland
Get Property Returned After Charges are Withdrawn In the process of conducting investigations and collecting evidence to solve crimes, police in Queensland have considerable powers… Read More »How to Get Property Returned After Charges are Withdrawn
What does it mean to commit the criminal offence of ‘receiving tainted property’? Tainted may be a slightly antiquated, unfashionable word but in Queensland, in… Read More »Understanding the Offence of Receiving Tainted Property QLD
Ages of Consent and Criminal Liability in Queensland At a time when youth justice issues in Queensland feature daily in the news headlines, it’s timely… Read More »What are the Ages of Consent and Criminal Liability in Queensland