In previous blogs we have discussed the presumption of innocence as it has been affected by the media and effectively wiped out with regards to bail. Today we shall look at the capacity for you to
Before explaining why someone experienced on your side can be invaluable when you are charged with any criminal offence, I’d like to ask you something. When watching the news, and you see a h
Public order offences exist in jurisdictions such as Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom. These offences criminalise the use of swearing, offensive or abusive language in public places. In New
On 15 September 2018, a 23 year old man and 21 year old woman died after collapsing at Defqon.1 in Penrith, with another seven people admitted to ICU for drug-related harms.
On 18 September 201
Excessive force and completely inexcusable conduct by law enforcement
We are raised to think that when we are in trouble, call 000. Those heroes will come and save us or do the best they can. H
Driving on the road is one of the most dangerous activities a person can do. Within a second your life, or that of others can unfortunately be permanently changed or ended. Recently four police off
COVID-19 and Mental Health
COVID-19 has undoubtedly changed the way of life for many individuals across the word, as people have been told to self-isolate. As a result, mental health and wellbe
Love, Money and Extortion
The rapid expansion of social media has become an integral part in everyday life for the majority of the Australians. Social media norms have evolved from solely conne
There are four crimes within the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court. These crimes include crimes against humanity, war crimes, the crime of aggression and genocide. Article 6 of the R
Many of us can find comfort in the thought that our society is one that believes in a person’s innocence until proven guilty. It is a presumption in our legal system. When charged with any cr
