The Bail Act 2013 (NSW)
06.09.23
Bail is a legal term familiar to most people due to crime-related television shows and movies. Most people understand that bail involves the temporary release of an accused person from police custody, under a set…
Bail Granted for Alleged Serious Assault of Teenage Girls
After an online video of a fight in Pyrmont went viral, our client was charged with the assaults of a number of young girls on Mardi Gras night. Our client’s co-accused had applied for bail…
Sentence of 2 years 3 months Non-Parole for shooting Step-mother in face 3 times with Nail Gun – Originally charged with Attempted Murder
Our Principal Mr. Ly appeared at Parramatta District Court in June 2020, before His Honour Judge Sutherland. Originally charged with Attempted Murder we successfully had the Charge withdrawn. Our client pleaded guilty to Maliciously Inflicting…
2019 Crime Statistics in Australia
Crimes are committed every day. And in the review of Sydney, the rate of crime has dramatically declined over the past 15 years. Though the overall crime rate has decreased, not every category of crime…
Channel 7 News – Complex Murder Charge Case Reduced to Manslaughter
On 16 November 2018, our Director and Principal Mr. Adam Ly appeared at the Supreme Court of NSW in Sydney, representing our client was had pleaded guilty to Manslaughter. Our client was originally charge with…
Sam appears in Court for Cold Case Murder Allegation
Our Senior Associate Sam appeared at Parramatta Bails Court on 6 October 2019. Our client is charged with murder, allegedly killing his wife and disposing of her body more than 40 years ago. We…
Special appearance by LY Lawyers on ABC National Radio – The Law Report
Our Director and Principal Adam Ly appeared on ABC National Radio as a guest on their “Law Report” Podcast on 5 June 2018 (from 21.30 mins onwards). Listen to the podcast: It was a great…
LY Lawyers discussing Criminal Conviction on 2UE
On 7 January 2017, our Principal, Adam Ly, appeared on 2UE, hosted by Clinton Maynard and Phil Baker. The topic of discussion involved the consequences of a criminal conviction. Adam and the crew discussed the…
Adam of LY Lawyers Appears on SBS Show “Insight”- Medicinal Marijuana
Last night, SBS television invited LY Lawyers to attend a recording on an episode of “Insight”, a popular forum and debate program that is televised weekly, on Tuesday nights. Adam from our office attended as…
The Difference Between an Arrest, Charge and Conviction
07.08.23
Progressing through the various stages of Australia’s criminal justice system can be confusing and overwhelming. While it is rarely an easy process, having a strong understanding of the differences between arrests, charges and convictions can…
The Difference Between Solicitors and Barristers
30.06.23
Lawyers generally fall into two categories: Solicitors and barristers. Despite what some solicitors may tell you, or what they advertise, “Solicitors” are different from “barristers”. Both are legal professionals, but they specialise in different types…
Conjugal Visits
30.06.23
A conjugal visit refers to a period of time inmates are permitted to spend with a visitor in private, outside of the supervision of prison authorities. This visitor is usually the legal spouse of the…
How to Write a Court Apology Letter
02.05.23
For those pleading guilty to a criminal or traffic offence in court, there are several factors the presiding judge or magistrate will consider when deciding on your penalty. These factors usually focus on any previous…
The Fine for Not Voting and the Penalty for Not Enrolling to Vote in Australia
02.05.23
In Australia, it is compulsory to vote in federal, state and local council elections and by-elections. In order to vote, you must enrol onto the official list of eligible voters, known as the electoral roll….
Failing to Nominate the Driver of a Vehicle
19.04.23
Due to the advancement of surveillance technology, authorities are now able to identify the occurrence of crimes without being physically present. The addition of speed and red light cameras, among other methods, have been particularly…
Corporate Fines: Company Car Fines and Demerit Points
19.04.23
It is common practice for companies to have a fleet of company cars which they permit employees to use in the performance of their job. Providing company cars not only helps employers effectively perform their…
Warrants for Arrest
16.03.23
A warrant for arrest is an official order which gives the police or another law enforcement officer the powers to arrest or search a named offender. Warrants can be issued for various matters, however arrest…
False AVO Claims
14.11.22
Fake domestic violence claims – what are your rights? Domestic violence is a serious offence and one which should be condemned and punished accordingly. But every day across Australia we see courts throw out domestic…
