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Aug 31, 20212 min read
Case study: Assault Emergency Worker, Resist Arrest, Drunk & Disorderly
Table of Contents Facts Charges How Case Resolved Factors Relevant to Client Outcome Date and Location of Offence(s) November 2020,...


Aug 31, 20213 min read
Using a Carriage Service to Menace or Harass
We examine the offence of Using a Carraige Service to Menace or Harass. We consider the elements, defences, and penalties for this offence.


Aug 31, 20214 min read
Handling Stolen Goods in Victoria
An earlier blog set out the basic elements to this offence, this post provides further detail. The offence of Handling Stolen Goods is an...


Aug 31, 20212 min read
An Overview of Self-defence
Many aspects of our criminal justice system are widely grasped by the community. One such concept is self-defence. Self-defence is a...


Aug 31, 20213 min read
Drive Whilst Disqualified in Victoria
We provide an overview of Drive whilst disqualified, a prevalent traffic offence 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, 20215 min read
Snapshot of Police Search Powers
In this brief article we look at the power to search and seize property. Depending upon the circumstances, a power to search (and seize...


Aug 31, 20214 min read
Sexual Offences: Sexual Assault and Indecent Assault
Sexual assault an indictable offence, is discussed in this article. We take a look at: elements, defences and penalties of Sexual Assault
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