When arrested, you have a fundamental legal right to silence. You are innocent until proven guilty and the police cannot accuse you of being guilty without proof. If the authorities insist on charging you with a crime they must be able to prove your guilt. It is not your obligation to prove your innocence. Unlike the Miranda rights …
The core principle of bail conditions is that they minimise the risk of the offender re-offending. The conditions will be specific to the crimes committed and are imposed by either the local court or the supreme court depending on the severity of the charge. Speak to a lawyer today Bail conditions are put in …
Emergency Bail Application Request I received a call on the evening of Sunday 28 August 2022 from an unknown number. The male on the phone was in distress and identified himself as the first cousin of my former client (from my previous employment). I was informed that he had been taken to Blacktown police station …
Bail applications are a tricky task as there are so many factors that need to be considered. Some people apply for bail several times before it is eventually granted and others will never be granted bail no matter how many times they try. Speak to a lawyer today It is important that you seek advice …
Committing a crime can land you in a world of trouble if caught and knowing what the right thing to do if you are caught is essential. Being caught for committing an offence or crime is already a bad situation, however you can make that situation a lot worse depending on how you choose to …
Bail applications are perhaps the most tricky aspect of criminal law because there are considerable legal factors to take into account. An individual applying for bail must be able to demonstrate that they would not be a risk to the community or to public safety whilst also demonstrating that they can engage in rehabilitation for …
Have you breached your AVO? In Australia, an apprehended violence order (AVO) is a legal mechanism that looks to protect a person (protected person) from another person who is a risk to their safety. Often otherwise referred to as an Intervention Order, Restraining Order, Protection Order, Domestic Violence Order or a Family Violence Order, an …
Introduction to Bail Applications Bail applications can be a stressful process, made more stressful in the context of criminal charges where criminal prosecutions can often take months, if not years to be concluded. The prospect of having a bail application refused or granted with onerous bail conditions has significant consequences for a defendant and can …
Bail Granted for Common Assault Our solicitor, Nicholas Hardy-Clements, represented a young male at Burwood Local Court, seeking an application for bail, in relation to the following charges: Common Assault (Domestic Violence Related) pursuant to Section 61 of the Crimes Act 1900. Stalk or Intimidate Intending to Cause Fear of Physical or Mental Harm (Domestic …
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