Environmental Offences
Environmental Offences
Our lawyers are able to represent individuals and corporations in relation to environmental offences in the Local and District Courts and in the Land & Environment Court.
This can include:
- illegal dumping
- violating habitat and vegetation protection laws,
- as well as prosecutions relating to the discharge of pollutants into the environment.
Environmental law can be complex and and is rapidly changing. However, we can make sure your best interests get protection in this area of law.
New South Wales have various laws surrounding environmental offences, the main one is the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 (POEO Act)
To avoid any legal issues, individuals and businesses need to understand their responsibilities which include:
- Obtaining the necessary permits and approvals before undertaking any activities that may impact the environment.
- Properly disposing of waste, including hazardous waste, in compliance with regulations.
- Keeping noise levels within acceptable limits to protect public health and the environment.
- Taking steps to protect habitats and biodiversity, including consulting with experts when planning activities.
- Complying with environmental planning controls when undertaking construction activities.
Penalties & Punishment
- Issued a PIN (Penalty Infringement Notice)
- Issued a CAN (Court Attendance Notice)
- or, a summon.
Environmental law can be complex and and is rapidly changing. However, we can make sure your best interests get protection in this area of law.
Contact O’Brien Environmental Offences Solicitors on (02) 9261 4281
