Fight Threat Charges

Facing a Threat charge in Melbourne or in Victoria? Our experienced Threat Offence Lawyers are here to fight for you.

Expert Legal Defence for Threat Offence Charges in Victoria

Threat offences include making threats to kill or cause serious harm. These are also covered under the Crimes Act 1958 (Vic). Here's what you need to know:

Threats to Kill:

Making a threat to another person to kill them or a third person.

The person making the threat must intend the victim to fear that the threat will be carried out.

Penalty: Up to 10 years imprisonment.

Threats to Cause Serious Injury:

Making a threat to cause serious injury to another person.

The person making the threat must intend the victim to fear that the threat will be carried out.

Penalty: Up to 5 years imprisonment.

Additional Considerations

Aggravating Factors

The presence of aggravating factors, such as the use of weapons, commission of the offense in the context of family violence, or targeting vulnerable victims, can lead to more severe penalties.

Intervention Orders

Victims of stalking and threats may also seek intervention orders (similar to restraining orders) to prevent further contact and protect their safety.

Sentencing

Sentencing in Victoria considers a range of factors including the severity of the offense, the offender's criminal history, the impact on the victim, and whether the offender has shown remorse or taken steps towards rehabilitation.

Get Expert Legal Defence Against Threat Charges

If you’re facing a Threat charge in Melbourne or Victoria, don't navigate this alone. Contact Pascoe Criminal Law for expert legal defence. Our experienced lawyers will fight to protect your rights and secure the best possible outcome.

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