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Key Criminal Law Cases Concerning Common Assault

The offence of common assault is outlined in s 61 of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW): Whosoever assaults a

What is a Second Limb May v O’Sullivan Submission?

In Australian criminal law, a second limb May v O’Sullivan submission is a type of no-case-to-answ

What Laws Govern Proceeds of Crime Matters in Australia?

In Australia, dealing with the proceeds of crime is a serious legal matter. These laws aim to preven

Can I Prosecute Someone Privately?

While uncommon, the legal system allows private individuals to bring criminal charges against someon

How does a Barrister differ from a Solicitor?

What is a Barrister? A barrister is a specialist in courtroom advocacy and providing expert legal op

The Privilege Against Self-Incrimination

The privilege against self-incrimination is a cornerstone of justice in Australian law, rooted in th

What must the Prosecution Prove for the Offence of Intentionally Sexually Touching a Child?

The Offence of Sexually Touching a Child (NSW) Sexual touching of a child is a criminal offence unde

What is a Release Application?

What is a Release Application? When someone is charged with a criminal offence in Australia, they ar

What is a Detention Application?

What is a Detention Application? In criminal proceedings, the prosecution may make a detention appli

What is the role of the jury in a criminal trial?

In a criminal trial, the jury holds a critical role as the impartial decision-makers, ensuring that

What must the prosecution prove for a ‘Sexual Touching Without Consent’ offence?

Sexual Touching is an offence under s 61KC of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW). It carries a maximum penalt

What is a Court of Criminal Appeal (CCA) Appeal?

What is a CCA Appeal? In NSW, the Court of Criminal Appeal is the state’s highest court for review

Key Criminal Law Cases Concerning Common Assault

The offence of common assault is outlined in s 61 of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW): Whosoever assaults a

What is a Second Limb May v O’Sullivan Submission?

In Australian criminal law, a second limb May v O’Sullivan submission is a type of no-case-to-answ

What Laws Govern Proceeds of Crime Matters in Australia?

In Australia, dealing with the proceeds of crime is a serious legal matter. These laws aim to preven

Can I Prosecute Someone Privately?

While uncommon, the legal system allows private individuals to bring criminal charges against someon

How does a Barrister differ from a Solicitor?

What is a Barrister? A barrister is a specialist in courtroom advocacy and providing expert legal op

The Privilege Against Self-Incrimination

The privilege against self-incrimination is a cornerstone of justice in Australian law, rooted in th

What must the Prosecution Prove for the Offence of Intentionally Sexually Touching a Child?

The Offence of Sexually Touching a Child (NSW) Sexual touching of a child is a criminal offence unde

What is a Release Application?

What is a Release Application? When someone is charged with a criminal offence in Australia, they ar

What is a Detention Application?

What is a Detention Application? In criminal proceedings, the prosecution may make a detention appli

What is the role of the jury in a criminal trial?

In a criminal trial, the jury holds a critical role as the impartial decision-makers, ensuring that

What must the prosecution prove for a ‘Sexual Touching Without Consent’ offence?

Sexual Touching is an offence under s 61KC of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW). It carries a maximum penalt

What is a Court of Criminal Appeal (CCA) Appeal?

What is a CCA Appeal? In NSW, the Court of Criminal Appeal is the state’s highest court for review

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