In Australia, everyone should have a fair chance at justice, no matter how much money they have. Unfortunately, that is not always the case today, as legal assistance services and legal assistance across Australia are being cut. As legal assistance funding is reduced people who can’t afford a lawyer are the ones who are feeling …
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Being charged with a drug offence can be a scary time. The laws may seem confusing to you, and if you plead guilty to drug offences this may be something that impacts your future employment prospects and ability to travel. That is why finding an experienced drug lawyer is so important. The Jameson Law drug …
The parole system is an integral aspect of the criminal justice system. Parole is a lifeline provided to defendants whereby they can be released from prison based on good behaviour. It is also a protective measure for the community because parole is subject to certain conditions which protect the community from further harm. You will …
Many people in Australia use social media like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter every day. They share photos, videos, and messages to stay in touch with friends and family and get on with daily life. However, social media has also changed how our criminal laws work in unexpected ways. Some criminals use social apps to …
Double jeopardy in criminal law is a legal principle that prevents a person from being tried again for the same offense after they have already been acquitted or convicted. In Australia, double jeopardy laws have evolved over time, and significant reforms have been made to strike a balance between protecting the rights of the accused …
In October 2023, we appeared in Campbelltown District Court on behalf of a 32-year-old man charged with two counts of sexual intercourse without consent. Our client’s matter had been running for almost two years and had been set down for 2-week jury trial. It was alleged that our client had sexual intercourse without the consent …
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Insanity Defence In Criminal Law There are many criminal law defences which are used to try and explain why criminal liability is either mitigated or removed in any given criminal situation. Criminal responsibility refers to the notion that an individual be held responsible for his or her criminal actions which has created a particular scenario. …
Drug offences are a critical component of criminal law. Drugs have become a large aspect of society and unfortunately the high level of drug use has raised the level of violence and criminal offending. Prohibited drugs can affect not only behavior but health and well being to a detrimental state which put thousands at risk …
What Is A Criminal Conviction? A criminal conviction is a guilty verdict following a criminal act being committed. This can either be within the magistrates court or supreme court. A criminal conviction is a permanent criminal record which will appear against your name. It is a serious matter and one which should not be taken …
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Criminal Law Cases In The Magistrates Court The Magistrates court deals with summary offences and is classed as the lower court. This is in contrary to the Supreme Court which deals with indictable offences and is classed as the higher court. Magistrate Court offences are less serious offences and they do not require trial by …
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