The offence of persistent child sexual abuse explained
Explore the offence which enables prosecutors to secure convictions even where the time, date and place of alleged child sexual abuse cannot be proved.
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What is grand larceny?
The charge of grand larceny, common in the U.S., does not exist in NSW. Explore the equivalent local charges, key considerations and penalties.
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Is prostitution legal in Australia?
Each state and territory have their own laws regarding sex work. Explore the laws relating to prostitution across Australia.
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Can you be guilty of damaging property which has not been damaged?
A recent case taken to the High Court posed an interesting question: can someone be found guilty of damaging property, where the property has not actually been damaged?
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What is duress?
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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Is pepper spray legal in Australia?
Find out whether it’s legal to carry or use pepper spray in Australia, and what the potential penalties are.
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Writing a court character reference: A step-by-step guide
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.
DetailsAttempted murder (case study)
Explore this attempted murder case study which received significant publicity and was ultimately the subject of an episode of Australian Story on the ABC
DetailsBattered Wife Syndrome
Catherine Smith walked free from the Sydney District Court on 30 May 2008 having been found not guilty of Attempted Murder, Attempting to Discharge a Firearm with Intent to Murder and Possess Firearm with Intent to Commit an indictable offence. Catherine gave evidence of having been raped, tortured, and abused over a period of 30 years.…
DetailsConceal serious indictable offence or child abuse offence
Explore the legislative background, key considerations and potential penalties for concealing a serious indictable offence or child abuse offence.
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