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A nightmare realised, you’ve received a contact from the Australian Taxation Office. We get

Being charged with a criminal offence and preparing for trial is one of the

Your fundamental right to defend yourself against criminal charges is at the heart of

Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming and stressful. A trial is one of the

Being charged with an offence against NSW police is a serious and stressful experience.

Facing fraud charges in New South Wales is a serious matter. A conviction can

If you’ve been served with an Apprehended Violence Order in NSW, you’re probably dealing

Being arrested is a very stressful experience. Whether you’re caught off-guard by police approaching

Being charged with a sexual assault offence carries consequences that extend far beyond the

Your first offence can feel like your life is derailed, before the case has

You don’t need to have sold any drugs. You don’t need a dealer’s phone

Firearms trafficking sits at the extreme end of Australia’s criminal law. We are not

Illegal firearm possession charges don’t always involve obvious criminal activity. Sometimes they come from

If NSW Police have asked you to participate in an Electronically Recorded Interview of

If you or someone you care about is facing sentencing in a NSW criminal

If NSW Police used excessive force against you during an arrest, search, or while

If you’re considering legal action against police for wrongful arrest, assault, or malicious prosecution,

If you were prosecuted for a criminal offence and the charges were ultimately dropped,

When a loved one passes away unexpectedly, violently, or under suspicious circumstances, the Coroner’s

When police respond to a domestic incident, they do not always get the full

People are often surprised by how seriously NSW courts treat larceny. Even where the

Ever experienced serious police misconduct? You need to read this. The Law Enforcement Conduct

Your mobile phone isn’t just a device; it’s a digital diary of your entire

When you are charged with a criminal offence in NSW, one of the first

Common assault charges and Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVOs) are among the most frequently

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