One in ten Australian adults have experienced their intimate image/s being shared without consent, with mainstream social media services used as the predominate channels for distribution.
The ACT is set to be the first Australian jurisdiction to vote to bring its laws in line with United Nations standards, supporting raising the
As the holiday season commences, we want to remind you of some North Pole behaviour that is not condoned in New South Wales: Climbing onto
What is modern slavery? Modern slavery is a serious violation of an individual’s dignity and human rights. Exploitative practices including human trafficking, slavery, servitude, forced
A 19-year-old was allegedly found with 120 grams of psilocybin, better known as “magic mushrooms” and is facing a maximum of life imprisonment. The threshold
Reasonable force refers to the amount and intensity of force that a person may lawfully use in self-defence or in the defence of another individual
Is it legal to record a live phone call without consent in NSW? Can you record someone without their knowledge or permission in NSW? The
The High Court has recently confirmed that without a warrant, police cannot arrest an individual unless they have an intention to charge the person. The
Two Novocastrians made national headlines last week after footage emerged of them cruising along a busy intersection on motorised chairs. Witnesses reported that the innovative
The NSW Government has announced major changes to NSW’s mobile speed camera program, which includes an increase in enforcement hours, a reduction in high visibility
If your scooter, bike, or skateboard is motorised, it is not the same as ordinary unpowered wheeled toys. When ridden, they can become dangerous to
The definition of an ‘imitation firearm’ The Firearms Act 1996 (NSW) regulates the use, registration and keeping of firearms in NSW. The Act defines an
While most people would be guilty of occasionally ducking across the road without a ‘green man’ flashing, did you know that you could face fines
Eating while driving laws in NSW Is it legal to eat while driving? It’s a common question. After all, you don’t want to get pulled
Options if you receive a speeding fine If you are caught speeding and receive a speeding fine, you have three options: Pay the fine (and
Good Behaviour Licence NSW Are you an unrestricted driver? Have you exceeded your demerit point limit? If so, Transport for NSW can offer you the
The High Court of Australia has upheld the validity of Crime Prevention Orders, despite the appeal of three alleged members of an outlaw motorcycle club.
History of ‘Lawyer X Police raided the share house where Lawyer X resided in 1993, where $85,000 worth of amphetamines and cannabis was seized. The
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