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Justice Mediation is a form of dispute resolution and can be useful and effective for charges such as common assault.

Under NSW gaming laws, it's illegal to offer or supply alcohol to induce gambling because alcohol can affect judgement.

Under proposed new Australian laws, social media networks could also face hefty fines for facilitating revenge porn.

The case strengthens the principle that allows local governments more time to commence prosecutions on planning offences.

The bill prohibits family violence perpetrators from directly cross-examining their victims in Family Court proceedings.

Scammers have taken the opportunity to profit from the earthquake tragedy at the expense of the NFP sector.

NSW Court of Criminal Appeal rules that any admissions made in civil proceedings can be used in future criminal proceedings.

Under proposed amendments the identity of offenders accused of "prescribed sexual offences" is no longer automatically protected.

A recent Australian study found that 1 in 5 people have been the victim of electronic image-based abuse.

Article warns parents and students to be careful at the end of school parties.

When considering an exemption from interlock orders, courts consider what range of drink driving has been charged (mid or high).

The best deterrent is for people to have a job which provides a decent standard of living, particularly among the poor.

The sentencing hearing for the parties will take place in May 2023.

Serious legal consequences of driving with drugs in your possession under New South Wales law.

Queensland will implement a three-strike rule for people carrying small amounts of illicit drugs for personal use.

Discusses using self defence as a defence to assault, a criminal charge.

The criminal offence of assault against a police officer while on duty could carry a maximum penalty of 7 years.