Nicole Byrne

A new type of court order is now being used in New South Wales to supervise and monitor high-risk domestic violence offenders. The Serious Domestic Abuse Prevention Order (SDAPO) scheme commenced on 29 September 2025, introducing one of the most significant changes to NSW domestic violence law in years.  Yet despite the scheme having now […]

Police wanding powers commenced on 9 December 2024. Under powers modelled on Queensland’s Jack’s Law, police can use handheld scanners, electronic metal-detecting wands, to stop and scan individuals without a warrant at designated areas. The powers are contained in Part 4A of the Law Enforcement (Powers and Responsibilities) Act 2002 (NSW). Who Can Authorise A

In Sydney, drug possession charges are very serious. In this article, we list the most commonly asked questions about drug possession. Drug Possession In NSW: Who Is Asking? Based on experience and broader legal search data, the typical drug possession client is: A music festival attendee caught by a sniffer dog (MDMA, cocaine, cannabis) A young

ASIC Investigation in NSW, know everything you need to? If you’ve received a notice from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), or you suspect you’re being watched, the clock is already ticking. ASIC is one of Australia’s most powerful regulators, armed with extraordinary compulsory powers that can compel you to hand over documents, attend

Alcohol-fuelled “king hit” assaults in Sydney led to some of the most significant criminal law and liquor licensing reforms in New South Wales. In recent history, the now-infamous CBD and Kings Cross lockout laws and the creation of specific “one‑punch” offences. Against that backdrop, common assault remains one of the most frequently charged offences in