ArticleHistoric sexual offences. Finding truth amid faded memories.Discussion about recent sexual abuse case that was discharged on the basis of insufficient evidence.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleChallenging expert evidence – It is in (y)our DNAIt is important to have an expert lawyer who can effectively question DNA evidence before it is presented to a jury.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleImportance of not thinking that a police investigation is a search for the truthDo not presume that police always search for the truth, so it is important to speak with a lawyer before the police.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleAre you at risk of losing your Victorian security licence if you have been charged with a criminal offence?You could be prevented from working as a security guard or crowd controller in Victoria for some time or permanently.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleWomen on remand – Bail laws, gender and achieving fair outcomesMany women who are remanded do not end up being sentenced to a term of imprisonment.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleWhat happens at a Mention or Further Mention in the court processA Mention is when your case is mentioned in court and your charges are not yet listed as a plea of guilty or not guilty.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleThe Difference Between State And Federal Tobacco Offences In VictoriaThis article explains the key differences between Victorian (state) and Commonwealth (federal) tobacco offences.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleDifferent ways your case can finalise in the Magistrates CourtIf you have been charged by police, there are still five ways that your case can finalise in the Magistrates' Court.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticlePleading Guilty or Not Guilty in Victoria: What You Should ConsiderUnderstanding the legal consequences, strategic considerations, and procedural pathways of the Victorian criminal justice system is crucial before responding to a criminal charge. AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleSteroids – Can I get on the roids/gear/juice in Victoria?Possession and use of steroids without a prescription is illegal and could result in serious legal consequences.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleForfeiture orders and automatic forfeiture orders under the Confiscation Act in VictoriaIf your property is tainted by alleged criminal offending, the state may apply to permanently take it away from you.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleGrossly Offensive Criminal Law is exactly thatArticle exposes the many issues with the proposed subjective offence of grossly offensive public conduct.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleWage theft in VictoriaIt is a criminal offence in Victoria to engage in wage theft or employee underpayment offences. AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleCareless vs Dangerous Driving in Victoria: Key Differences ExplainedThis blog post provides a legal breakdown under Victorian legislation to explain the key differences between the two. AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleDiversion – how does it work?The Diversion program allows you to take responsibility for the offence/s you are charged with, but to avoid a criminal record.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleSuspending your reporting obligations under the Sex Offenders Registration Act for life – recent decision of the Supreme Court of VictoriaSupreme Court of Victoria granted an application to suspend a registered person's reporting obligations for life.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticlePolice InterviewA police interview is for the police to get information to assist their case against a suspect or to get admissions. AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticlePersonal Responsibility, Corporate Liability and Criminality: An Australian Perspective on the New UK Failure to Prevent Fraud OffenceAustralian government introduced guidance as to what constitutes 'adequate procedures to prevent foreign bribery.AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleHistory of prevention of cruelty to animalsVictorian police or the RSPCA may charge a person with animal cruelty under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers
ArticleWhat is a Community Corrections Order?What is a CCO? When can it be given? How long will it last? What are the conditions?AustraliaCriminal LawDoogue + George Defence Lawyers