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At Jameson Law we operate on the premise that you are innocent until proven guilty and leave judgment to...

Understanding the Four Types of Criminal Law in NSW Criminal law is a multifaceted branch of the legal system...

What is parole? In Australia, when someone is released from prison before finishing their entire sentence, there are specific...

False Confessions in Criminal Law False confessions have complicated legal implications within the criminal justice system. A false confession...

Understanding Probation and Probation Violations in NSW Sometimes understanding what Probation means can be incredibly confusing. Probation serves as...

Criminal injunctions can be incredibly confusing, but they’re like legal shields used to protect communities from ongoing criminal threats....

Criminal charges can profoundly impact an individual’s life, affecting various aspects ranging from employment and housing to personal relationships...

The jury system is a cornerstone of the criminal justice system in Australia, playing a pivotal role in ensuring...

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is a range of processes that help parties resolve disputes outside of judicial determination in...

Discussing the long-term effects of criminal charges on personal, professional, and social life in Sydney. ...

Detailed look at the jury system in Sydney, including selection, responsibilities, and the decision-making process.

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is a range of processes that help parties resolve disputes outside of judicial determination in...

Insight into the criminal court system in Sydney, including court hierarchy and the roles of key judicial figures.

What is White Collar Crime? Understanding White Collar Crime: A Guide for Sydney Clients White collar crime refers to...

Overview of sentencing guidelines in Sydney, with examples of sentencing ranges for various offenses.

An exploration of theft, burglary, and other property crimes in Sydney, with legal advice and case studies.

Australia isn’t just governed by its own laws; it’s also part of a larger world of rules and agreements....

In a nutshell… A criminal record is usually considered a permanent and serious matter. A criminal conviction will forever...

  Summary Victim impact statements are important for the criminal process as they can influence the sentencing courts when...

Understanding our criminal law system can be tough. Here at Jameson Law, we understand that! That’s why we have written up this...

  In a nutshell… Criminal law is a complex, expensive and time-consuming area of law. Criminal charges of any...

  In a nutshell… Plea bargaining is an important aspect of the criminal justice system. The plea bargaining process...

Laws that regulate criminal record expungement Spent convictions legislation can be challenging to understand. In New South Wales (NSW),...

In a nutshell… Homicide is a serious offence and will require the assistance of an experienced criminal defense attorney....

Understanding the criminal conviction system can be challenging. In Australia, navigating the complexities of appealing once, let alone a...

  In a nutshell… Police interrogation regarding suspected criminal offending is no process to take lightly as the outcome...

The Australian Juvenile Justice System handles children aged 10–17 involved in criminal activities. Managed by state and territory governments,...

Self defence and provocation cases are a difficult area of law. The arguments suggest that an incident resulting in...

Criminal law is subject to constant legislative reform, review and criminal justice reform. Crime prevention research is a continual...

Sentencing in criminal law is a complex and important aspect of the criminal justice system. Sentencing for criminal matters...

The parole system is an integral aspect of the criminal justice system. Parole is a lifeline provided to defendants...

Understanding drug offences can be a difficult and daunting process. Laws have changed a lot in the years and...

Witness protection is an important aspect of criminal law and a lot of time, effort and resources has gone...

In Australia, everyone should have a fair chance at justice, no matter how much money they have. Unfortunately, that...

The parole system is an integral aspect of the criminal justice system. Parole is a lifeline provided to defendants...

Many people in Australia use social media like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter every day. They share photos, videos,...

Double jeopardy in criminal law is a legal principle that prevents a person from being tried again for the...

Insanity Defence In Criminal Law There are many criminal law defences which are used to try and explain why...

What Is A Criminal Conviction? A criminal conviction is a guilty verdict following a criminal act being committed. This...

Criminal Law Cases In The Magistrates Court The Magistrates court deals with summary offences and is classed as the...

Recent Changes in Criminal Law Criminal law legislation is regularly under review to make sure that the criminal justice...

In New South Wales (NSW), criminal defence means getting legal help for someone who’s been accused of a crime....

The prosecutor is responsible for presenting the state’s case to the court to try and prove the defendants guilt....

Technology is shaking things up in Australian criminal law. Think about all the evidence from our phones, computers, and...

Any criminal offence is classed as a serious breach of the Crimes Act and the matter will be referred...

Bail and bail laws can be incredibly complex and confusing to understand. Here at Jameson Law, we understand that...

In Australia, and around the world, a criminal lawyer is someone who comes to the rescue when you’re tangled...

Criminal law is a complex area of law and legal advice should be sought at the first opportunity. There...

The “Burden of proof” is a key criminal law principle which factors into the prosecution of each separate criminal...

The purpose of criminal law is a subject that people have pondered for generations. In fact, there exists an...

Affray is the use of or threat of force against another individual which would cause a person of reasonable...

If you have watched any legal or crime drama on TV before, chances are you have heard the term...

Criminal law is a complex area of law. It is a culmination of criminal principles and the criminal justice...

The law can be quite complex and confusing. Criminal offences in particular can be hard to understand. The laws...

Common law and criminal law are not the same however they may overlap in certain situations. Criminal law is...

Criminal law is a complex area of law. The criminal justice process works within a structured framework and aims...

Criminal lawyers are one of the most important members of our legal system. However, their jobs are often shrouded...

Criminal law is a complex area of law as it relates to the criminal justice system. Crimes committed under...

Criminal law is a complex area of law which is designed to protect society above all else. Criminal offences...

Private, public and criminal law: conceptual distinctions Criminal law is considered a type of public law, as it is...

Criminal law is an integral aspect of protecting the wider society as it holds people accountable for their criminal...

It is important that criminal law is considered from all angles for a comprehensive approach. Criminal law principles are...