What is the difference between a lawyer, a solicitor and a barrister?
In Australia, the three most common terms used to describe legal practitioners are lawyer, solicitor and barrister. So, what’s the difference?
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What is a subpoena NSW?
Explore the different types of subpoenas, who they can be issued by, and the key considerations around compliance, objection and penalties.
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Sniffer dogs: How accurate are they?
Discover how accurate sniffer dogs really are, what to do and what your rights are if police search you. Call 1300 668 484 for 24/7 legal advice.
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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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How can human rights be protected in the era of artificial intelligence?
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?
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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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Fake IDs: What are the penalties in NSW?
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.
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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.
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