Is it possible to challenge the powers of the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC)?

Author: Dennis Miralis, partner and criminal defence lawyer. How extensive are the powers of the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC)? The Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) has extraordinary powers of investigation, deployed in special operations and investigations to obtain information where traditional law enforcement methods are likely to be unsuccessful. The justification for these powers…

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Driving While Suspended NSW

If your driver’s licence has temporarily been suspended and you are caught behind the wheel, you will be charged with suspended driving. Your licence may have been suspended by Roads and Maritime Services (RMS), the State Debt Recovery Office or the police because you have…

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Unlicensed Driving NSW

You may be charged with this offence if you are caught driving on the road without a valid licence. This includes persons who have never held a driver license and persons who have not held a valid license of any kind in Australia in the 5 years prior to the offence.

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Dangerous Driving Causing Death

What is Dangerous Driving Causing Death? Dangerous driving causing death is a serious charge, which attracts a significant jail sentence on conviction. As the name suggests, you can be charged with this offence if the manner of your driving has resulted in someone’s death. In order for you to be convicted, the police must prove…

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