This month we highlight the often-misunderstood defence in criminal law of SANE AUTOMATISM
In our criminal law jurisdiction, all criminal offences require proof that an accused perso
Many would think that violence against another person or group is subject to criminal penalty or at the very least subject to some sort of penalty.
However, there are certain kinds o
The economic growth of a nation should ideally be primarily based on the economic growth of its entire populace. However, studies have constantly shown that the people who are growing economically
For pet owners, the companionship provided by a dog or cat is generally overall a rewarding experience, considerably improving the quality of life of the owner. However, unfortunately instances of
Filming on our mobile phones has become a common everyday practice and past time for many. But depending on what you film and what you capture can mean the difference between a happy snap or a crim
When a person is charged with a criminal offence, the police either post or hand the accused person with what is called a Court Attendance Notice (CAN) that includes a copy of the police Full Facts
It is well known in the legal industry that a prosecutor in a criminal matter must disclose relevant documents to the accused person or his defence team.
However, disclosure request from an acc
Most people imagine after watching American TV Crime shows that they have a universal right to remain silent and this right to remain silence will not be used against them.
In America they cal
Australia and other countries around the world have recently had, and in some states appear to be returning to. various stages of lockdown due to the coronavirus, which according to the John Hopkin
Around 6:45pm on the 12th of December 2019, an off-duty police probationary constable using a toilet in Sydney’s Central Train Station noticed a man staring at him through the crack in the do