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In Dec 2018, sexual offences in NSW were strengthened, and an offence of ‘sexual touching' replaced 'indecent assault'.

Causing grievous bodily harm by an unlawful or negligent act or omission carries a maximum penalty of 2 years in prison.

Discusses the new offence that saw an activist sentenced for the crime of nonviolent protest.

The new offence is additional to the existing offence of contravening an apprehended violence order.

State and federal governments have imposed new rules and regulations, all hoping to stop the spread of coronavirus.

Discusses 2 changes to the Bail Act (NSW) – s22B & s30A & the implication for lawyers.

Following an anti-same sex marriage protest in Sydney, three CARR activists were charged with using offensive language.

There is a growing divide between police culture's perception of itself and community's perception of its social value.

There are 3 types of lanes relating to bus travel to be aware of: Bus Only Lanes, Bus Lanes (B Lanes) and T-way Lanes.

In Victoria, the police test for THC, methamphetamine & MDMA. What happens if you are pulled over?

A lapsing AVO is an interim order where the court adjourns the case for a period of time.

A surety is a person who guarantees that the defendant will attend their court date after being granted bail.

Discusses child abuse material offences & whether these laws apply to written material.

In NSW, police can impound your car if you commit a serious driving offence using a vehicle registered in your name.

Interesting case where the driver appeals against severity of sentence served for negligent driving occasioning grievous bodily harm.

The 2020 Act defines mental health and cognitive impairment more clearly, with guidance for magistrates and judges.

Sexual offences are a specialist area of criminal law requiring complex and tailored defence or prosecution strategies.