The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) raises serious human rights implications. While regulations do exist to cover AI and data processing, is this really enough to protect our basic human rights?
DetailsWhat is sexual assault? The offence of sexual assault is contained in section 61I of the Crimes Act 1900 which states: Any person who has sexual intercourse with another person without the consent of the other person and who knows that the other person does not consent to the sexual intercourse is liable to imprisonment for 14…
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Learn about duress – a possible defence to a criminal charge such as assault, where the defendant argues that they were forced to take a certain action.
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Find out whether it’s legal to carry or use pepper spray in Australia, and what the potential penalties are.
DetailsOverviewCase StudiesOverview What is grievous bodily harm? Grievous bodily harm refers to any serious or permanent injury which will cause the victim ongoing problems. Examples of grievous bodily harm include broken bones or internal organ damage. Under section 4 of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) grievous bodily harm can include: The destruction of the foetus of…
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If you’re a minor and use a fake ID in NSW, you may be fined up to $2,200 and have 6 months added to your provisional driver’s licence.
DetailsRayan is an experienced criminal litigator who appears in the Local Court, Children’s Court, District Court, Supreme Court and the Court of Criminal Appeal.
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A step-by-step guide to writing a court character reference if someone you know has broken the law and is required to attend court.
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Explore key issues identified by the ALRC in their inquiry into the over-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in our prisons, and their recommendations for reform.
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