In Victoria, the law provides strict rules for the conduct of barristers and solicitors, with procedures for breaches.

Be careful in how you use your online presence and always behave in the same way that you would in the 'real' world.

You can agree to conditions of the final order even though you do not agree with that which has been said about you.

The Sex Offender Registration Act 2004 provides a mechanism for suspension of reporting obligations under Section 39.

Discussion about the defence of Claim of Right which applies when one believes they have a legal right over property they have taken.

Both a Protected Person & a Respondent can seek a variation of the conditions of an existing Family Violence Intervention Order.

In Australia, it is 16 or 17 depending on the state or territory.

On rare occasions, a court needs to make a suppression order that prohibits or restricts publication about a case.

Positive reminder that there is life after a prison sentence. Includes link to related article.

Explanation & discussion about the different standards of proof required in criminal cases as compared to civil cases.

ou can defend a sexual assault charge by raising a number of legal defences.

The defence of honest and reasonable mistake of fact is available in strict liability offences in criminal law.

Is a lack of intent a defence to a criminal offence? It depends.

It is an offence for a Victorian registered sex offender with reporting obligations to leave Australia without permission.

If you meet a criminal defence lawyer early in the proceedings, their preparatory work may avoid charges altogether.

Explanation of civil forfeiture restraining orders & civil forfeiture orders, how they work etc

Significant changes to the regulation of tobacco sales will soon come into effect in Victoria.

Discussion about Pecuniary Penalty Orders – what are they? How do they work? When are they made? Time limits.

Failure to comply with a Counselling Order is a criminal offence in Victoria and can result in a criminal record.

DPAs can be a useful option to keep in mind when a client is facing serious charges.