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The Criteria for Sentencing in Criminal Cases

The Criteria for Sentencing in Criminal Cases   How is sentencing determined in criminal cases? In NSW the sentencing process,…

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What is the penalty for Fail to Submit to Breath Analysis?

What constitutes a fail to submit to breath analysis? A “breath analysis” is a procedure that is undertaken by Police…

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Local Court Procedure in a Defended Hearing

Local Court Procedure in a Defended Hearing   Here is an article that explains, very generally, the main aspects of…

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What is the Interlock Program?

What is the interlock program?   The interlock program was introduced in 2003 to allow those convicted of drink driving…

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The Benefits of Character References for Court

What are the benefits of character references for court?   When should I use a character reference for court? A…

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What is the penalty for Cultivating Cannabis?

What is the penalty for cultivating cannabis? The penalty for cultivating cannabis depends on how many plants were allegedly cultivated.…

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What happens if I don’t complete my Community Service?

What happens if I don't complete my community service?   What is a community service order? Community service orders are…

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What happens if I breach my suspended sentence?

What happens if I breach my suspended sentence?   What is a suspended sentence? A suspended sentence is a sentence…

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The Defence of Necessity

The Defence of Necessity   The defence of necessity in criminal law is where the defendant is arguing that it…

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What is the penalty for breach of AVO?

When can a court grant an AVO? The court can grant an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) to a Person In…

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