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August 27, 2026

Covert Recordings and Domestic Violence

On 5 August 2026, the High Court dismissed

August 27, 2026

Juror Misconduct and Quashed Convictions

On 21 August 2026, the NSW Court of

August 24, 2026

How To Appeal An AVO In NSW

You have 28 days to appeal an AVO

July 28, 2026

The Cost of a District Court Trial in NSW: What to Expect

Defending a serious criminal charge by way of

July 25, 2026

Is Intoxication a Defence in NSW? What the Law Says

In NSW, intoxication is not a complete defence

June 18, 2026

NSW Police Officers Charged for Accessing Restricted Data

NSW Police officers are being charged with illegally

June 18, 2026

When Do I Need a Criminal Lawyer?

If you have just been charged with an

March 5, 2026

Bail Laws for Domestic Violence Perpetrators

The landscape of domestic violence legislation in New

March 4, 2026

Understanding AVO Conditions NSW

Apprehended violence orders (AVOs) constitute the primary means

February 3, 2026

Understanding Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders

An Apprehended Domestic Violence Order (ADVO) can have

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