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NSW Good Character Sentencing Bill 2026 Explained
NSW Good Character Sentencing Bill: A significant shift in NSW sentencing law is currently before parliament, and a public hearing is taking place that could determine…
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NSW Codifies Doli Incapax: What the March 2026 Changes Mean for Children in the Criminal Justice System
From 1 March 2026, the way NSW courts assess criminal responsibility for children aged 10 to 13 has fundamentally changed. The doctrine of doli incapax, the…
crime
NSW Introduces New Hate Crime Laws Targeting LGBTQIA+ Luring Offences
This week, the NSW Government introduced legislation to Parliament that would create new criminal offences targeting hate‑motivated attacks against the LGBTQIA+ community. The proposed new hate…
crime
Serious Domestic Abuse Prevention Orders (SDAPOs): How Are They Different to an AVO?
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…
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NSW Knife Laws & Police Wanding Powers Explained
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…
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Police Welfare Checks in NSW: What the Law Allows
Mental health welfare checks are one of the most common reasons police attend residential properties across New South Wales. In many cases, they are lifesaving. But…
Criminal Defence
Most Common Client Questions About Drug Importation: Criminal Lawyers in Sydney
In NSW, the stakes are high for a drug importation client. Our criminal lawyers in Sydney see these cases every day. In the following article, we…
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Most Common Client Questions About Drug Possession In NSW
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…
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ASIC Investigation in NSW: Your Rights & What to Do
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…
crime
One-Punch & Lockout Laws in Sydney: A History
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,…
crime
Vape Importation Charges in NSW: The Law & Penalties
Sydney Vape Importation Lawyers: Australia has implemented some of the world's strictest regulations on vaping products, with significant criminal penalties now applying to the unlawful importation,…
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Fighting For Justice: Staying Safe This Festive Period
As we prepare to close our doors for the Christmas break and enjoy time with loved ones, we wanted to share some important information to help…
