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Feb 4, 20233 min read
An Overview of the Commonwealth Spent Conviction Legislation
An article that discusses the law pertaining to Spent Conviction for Commonwealth offences.
Jan 24, 20223 min read
An Overview of Adjourned Undertakings
An overview of adjourned undertakings, a sentencing option available under the Sentencing Act 1991 (Vic).
Oct 24, 20214 min read
What is a Sentence Indication in Victoria?
Sentence indications are explained in the Magistrates' and higher courts in Victoria.
Aug 31, 20214 min read
Update: Spent Conviction Legislation in Victoria
Table of Contents Background Three Ways in Which a Conviction May Become 'Spent' Some Disclosures of Spent Convictions Will Still Occur...
Aug 31, 20214 min read
Enhance Your Prospects of Avoiding a Criminal Conviction
Table of Contents What is a Criminal Conviction? To Convict or Not Convict Impact of a Criminal Conviction How to Enhance the Prospects...
Aug 31, 20214 min read
What to Expect if the Court Makes A Community Correction Order
Table of Contents Sentencing Outcomes What is Involved in a Community Correction Order? How Long can a Community Correction Order Last?...
Aug 31, 20215 min read
Offences Under The Sex Offender Register in Victoria
An overview of the reporting obligations under the Sex Offender Registration Act 2004 (Vic)
Aug 31, 20217 min read
Victoria's Hoon Driving Laws: Penalties don't end at Mandatory License Disqualification
Victoria has some of the toughest penalties for traffic offences in the Country. Mandatory license disqualification periods apply for a...
Aug 31, 20215 min read
Caught Drink Driving? Penalties Including Disqualification Periods.
In Victoria, drink driving is taken very seriously and can have severe consequences for those caught doing it. If you've been charged...
Aug 31, 20213 min read
Removing The Millstone: Victoria's Proposed Spent Conviction Legislation
Table of Contents Recording of a Criminal Conviction Without Conviction Outcome Other Routes To Spent Convictions Conclusion Recording of...
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