The law, penalties, and defences concerning common assault in Australia.

In NSW, it is an offence to tamper with evidence, with intent to mislead a judicial tribunal in a judicial proceeding.

Over half of intimidation/stalking incidents are domestic violence related. Domestic violence offences discussed here.

Victorian Court of Appeal delivered tough criticism of the conduct of the Prosecution in the high profile murder trial of former airline captain Greg Lynn.

While NSW laws provide extra protection to lawyers, attacks on criminal lawyers are rare and not common.

All poker machines in NSW would be cashless by 2028 if the Coalition is re-elected with new reforms coming into play.

A new scheme to be trialled in NSW allows individuals to check if their partner has a history of domestic violence.

When are police allowed to stop a vehicle? The law on the failure to comply with police directions.

Motorists who have maintained a clean driving record for at least 12 months can have a demerit point wiped.

New South Wales has introduced permanent legislation allowing police to use metal detector wands to scan people for knives in designated public areas, following successful trial operations that seized 380 weapons. The reforms expand police powers while raising concerns about civil liberties, racial profiling, and the potential for these scans to become stepping-stones for more invasive searches, despite knife crime being at an all-time low in NSW.

Advocates for survivors of child sexual abuse are campaigning to remove consideration of a lack of criminal history during sentencing.

This complete guide to terrorism laws in Australia also includes common terrorist offences, penalties and defences.

'R' (or 'Return') plates signify that the driver is getting back behind the wheel after a traumatic road-experience.

‘Break and enter' with intent to commit a serious indictable offence prescribes up to 10 years imprisonment in NSW.

There is a maximum penalty of 12 months in jail or a fine of $5,500 or both, for making a false statement to NSW police.

In NSW, festivals deemed 'subject' events must comply with approved policing and safety management plans.

Criminally recognised verbal abuse is found in the offence of "intimidation" within the context of domestic violence.

A 'petition' or application is made directly to the Governor who will consider each application on its individual merits.

A charge of robbery with arms and wounding is a serious criminal offence, so severe penalties are in place.

Knowing your rights could mean the difference between damage control and total financial ruin.