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• NSW Police granted new powers to issue on-the-spot fines for minor drug possession (October 16, 2023)
• Can I Get a Working with Children Check with a Criminal Record? (September 26, 2023)
• What Weapons are Legal to have in NSW? (September 26, 2023)
• Fines for Red Light Cameras in NSW (September 26, 2023)
• Guide to Standard Non-Parole Period in NSW (September 26, 2023)
• Can I have a judge-only trial in NSW? (August 21, 2023)
• Supreme Court Bail Applications in NSW (August 21, 2023)
• What does beyond a reasonable doubt mean? (August 21, 2023)
• Can the police search my car in NSW? (August 21, 2023)
• Can I withdraw a statement made to the NSW police? (August 21, 2023)
• Partners recognised as Preeminent Leading Criminal Lawyers in Regional New South Wales 2023 (June 29, 2023)
• What is the penalty for drink driving in NSW? (June 19, 2023)
• Why Is Two-up Illegal – Can It Only Be Played On ANZAC Day? (April 10, 2023)
• What is the difference between summary and indictable offences? (March 17, 2023)
• How long is a life sentence in Australia? (March 7, 2023)
• What is a Court Attendance Notice? (March 7, 2023)
• What is the difference between manslaughter and murder in NSW? (March 7, 2023)
• What is a court mention? (March 7, 2023)
• What is the Age of Sexual Consent in NSW? (March 7, 2023)
• What is a Serious Indictable Offence? (January 22, 2023)
• The decade in crime: is there less crime now than 10 years ago? (December 28, 2022)
• Intoxication Defence: What The Law Says in NSW Australia (December 17, 2022)
• Drunk and Disorderly: Is it an offence to be drunk in public? (NSW) (December 17, 2022)
• Drivers more careful when transporting a pavlova than when driving kids (December 15, 2022)
• Do I have to give evidence against my family member? (December 15, 2022)
• Jury unable to reach a verdict in the Jack de Belin & Jarryd Hayne Trials: (Jury discharge in NSW Explained) (December 11, 2022)
• Could Santa Be Charged with Break & Enter this Christmas? (December 10, 2022)
• Is it legal to smack my child? (Corporal Punishment Australia) (December 9, 2022)
• High Court: arrest without a warrant unlawful unless intention to charge (December 9, 2022)
• Kyle Rittenhouse Acquitted on all Charges (December 8, 2022)
• No more warning signs for Mobile Speed Cameras in NSW (December 8, 2022)
• Is your motorised scooter, bike or skateboard legal? (December 8, 2022)
• Why a Queensland mother is charged with murder after leaving kids in car (December 2, 2022)
• High Court upholds validity of Crime Prevention Orders (December 2, 2022)
• Domestic Violence Reforms: conditions of ADVOs expanded to address animal abuse (November 30, 2022)
• Reaching a verdict and other obligations: The role of the jury explained (November 27, 2022)
• Affirmative sexual consent laws pass NSW Parliament (November 26, 2022)
• Involving Indigenous voices in NSW District Court decisions (November 26, 2022)
• Jury Duty: Fines, Exemptions and What To Expect (November 25, 2022)
• Appearing via AVL? What you need to know (November 19, 2022)
• A family member has gone to prison- how can I get in contact with them? (November 19, 2022)
• How to avoid a criminal record despite pleading or being found guilty (November 19, 2022)
• Mobile phone detection cameras may challenge Local Courts (November 17, 2022)
• Clause 14 Road Transport (General) Regulation 2021 (NSW) (November 17, 2022)
• NSW’s War on Drugs: Drug Supply Prohibition Order Pilot Scheme Explained (November 13, 2022)
• Fraud and Fraud Related Offences in NSW (November 13, 2022)
• Mobile Phone Detection Cameras: Cameras targeting illegal phone use across NSW (November 12, 2022)
• No more warning: Government may remove speed camera signs (November 8, 2022)
• What The Police Can Search Without A Warrant (Police Search Powers) (November 8, 2022)
• Digital Driver’s Licences: the rules explained (November 8, 2022)
• I’m being sentenced for a criminal offence: What will the court consider? (October 30, 2022)
• I’ve been found guilty an Offence: Will I be imprisoned? (NSW Sentencing Laws Explained) (October 30, 2022)
• Graffiti Offences in NSW: The law explained (October 30, 2022)
• Your Rights When Pulled Over By Police & Unmarked Police (October 27, 2022)
• Modern slavery: The NSW Laws explained (October 21, 2022)
• Jaywalking In NSW (Fines & Rights Explained by Traffic Lawyer) (October 6, 2022)
• Sports Broadcast Reveals Rooftop Marijuana Plantation (October 6, 2022)
• Mobile Phone Cameras NSW: What You Should Know (October 6, 2022)
• The confessional seal: An excuse for non-disclosure? (October 2, 2022)
• ACT Cannabis Reform: What’s Legal? (October 1, 2022)
• Mental Health Laws in NSW: the Changes Explained (September 28, 2022)
• Former detective in the William Tyrrell case loses appeal regarding illegal recordings (Listening Devices in NSW) (September 25, 2022)
• A Road Rule is Changing … (September 23, 2022)
• Will the High Court Accept Pell's Appeal? (September 18, 2022)
• Spy Pleads Guilty To Secrecy Offences (September 16, 2022)
• Charges against Raiders player Curtis Scott dropped (The Law on ‘Reasonable Force’ explained) (September 11, 2022)
• What is a ‘Vehicle’ Under the Law? (September 9, 2022)
• Eating While Driving: Your Rights Explained (September 3, 2022)
• Speeding Fines in NSW (what you need to know) (September 3, 2022)
• Licence Suspension NSW (Quick Guide) (September 3, 2022)
• Good Behaviour Licence NSW (Quick Guide) (September 3, 2022)
• Traffic Law NSW (Quick Guide) (September 3, 2022)
• Increase In Strip Searches Criticised (September 2, 2022)
• Assaulting a Police Officer in The Execution of their Duty: A review of penalties (August 31, 2022)
• "Serious", "inexcusable" and "inexplicable" mistakes: The report into the Ruby Princess explained (August 28, 2022)
• ACT endorses changing the Age of Criminal Responsibility: The Significance Explained (August 24, 2022)
• Pell Appeal Dismissed (August 22, 2022)
• Drug Quantities in NSW: The penalties for supply and possession (August 18, 2022)
• Is it legal to record a phone call in NSW? (August 10, 2022)
• Replica Gun Laws – How the law treats imitation firearms in Australia (August 8, 2022)
• The requirement to wear face masks: the Law in NSW (August 7, 2022)
• Partners again recognised as Leading Criminal Lawyers  (August 4, 2022)
• Royal commission recommends appointment of special investigator into Lawyer X: Lawyer X Explained (August 1, 2022)
• #RaisetheAge and the Criminal Responsibility of Children (July 24, 2022)
• The case against Ghislaine Maxwell (and the relevant law in NSW) (July 20, 2022)
• Interfering with the administration of justice (July 13, 2022)
• Is ‘Catfishing’ a Crime in NSW? (July 10, 2022)
• Removal of a Licence Disqualification Period (July 6, 2022)
• Minor illicit drug possession could be decriminalised in NSW (July 5, 2022)
• How do I appeal a suspended license NSW? (July 3, 2022)
• The Evidence Amendment (Tendency and Coincidence) Act 2020: Explained (July 3, 2022)
• Charges Dismissed Under Mental Health Provisions (June 21, 2022)
• How Will My Sentence Be Determined? (June 21, 2022)
• Medicinal Cannabis Trial Launches in Australia (June 21, 2022)
• US Demands Social Media Details From Travellers (June 21, 2022)
• James Janke nominated for Lawyer's Weekly Partner of the Year (June 17, 2022)
• Local Police Condemned for Violent Arrest (June 16, 2022)
• 20 NSW road rules you might not know (June 15, 2022)
• Do I Have To Attend Jury Duty in NSW – Jury Duty Exemptions (June 13, 2022)
• AFP Raids: A Threat to Media Freedom (June 12, 2022)
• Black Lives Matter Protest Authorised: The Decision Explained (June 12, 2022)
• Pell Appeal: What We Know So Far (June 9, 2022)
• #DontBeAMule (Money Laundering Explained) (June 9, 2022)
• 'Revenge Porn' & Intimate Images Offences: the law in NSW (June 8, 2022)
• Johnny Depp Wins Landmark Victory over Amber Heard (June 6, 2022)
• #MeToo Campaigner Sued For Defamation (June 3, 2022)
• NSW Says Yes to Affirmative Consent (June 2, 2022)
• “The Castle is not case law”: Committal Proceedings in NSW (May 31, 2022)
• Boy Who Hacked Apple Escapes Conviction (May 29, 2022)
• Spent Convictions NSW: How long does a conviction stay on your record? (May 28, 2022)
• NSW Sentencing Options (May 26, 2022)
• Can I Change My Plea? (Changing your Plea) (May 26, 2022)
• Recording a meeting: the law in NSW (May 25, 2022)
• Explained: Abhorrent Violent Material Act (May 23, 2022)
• Stealing Plants: the roots of criminal charges (May 22, 2022)
• The Committal Proceeding Process (May 22, 2022)
• Dog Attacks: When Owners and Carers face Criminal Offence (May 20, 2022)
• Appealing a Sentence: The Appeal Process in NSW (May 18, 2022)
• Illegal 'Backyard' Tattooing Operations: the Law in NSW (May 15, 2022)
• Drink Driving Offences: The Interlock Program Explained (May 15, 2022)
• What Would A Police Check Reveal About You? (May 14, 2022)
• Drink Driving Licence Suspension: What You Should Know (NSW) (May 14, 2022)
• What is Negligent Driving? (May 14, 2022)
• Is It Illegal To Eat While Driving? (Fines For Eating While Driving NSW) (May 14, 2022)
• Groovin The Moo Pill Testing: ACT vs NSW (Case Study Comparison) (May 14, 2022)
• Explained: Demerit Points Limits and Licence Suspensions (May 14, 2022)
• Is It Illegal To Use Your Phone In A Drive-Thru? (May 14, 2022)
• LGBT People In Brunei Could Be Stoned To Death According To Controversial New Laws (May 14, 2022)
• Alcohol Interlock Program Expanded Under Reforms (May 14, 2022)
• Obscure Laws: Have you heard of these offences? (May 14, 2022)
• Gun Control Laws: NZ Reforms and Australia’s Legislation (May 14, 2022)
• What You Should Know About Cannabis Cautions (May 14, 2022)
• Eggboy: The Line Between Assault and Self-Defence (May 14, 2022)
• Unwarranted: New Lines Drawn on War on Drugs (May 14, 2022)
• George Pell and the Science of Sentencing (May 14, 2022)
• Australia Refuses to Support the UN’s International Women’s Day Statement (May 14, 2022)
• NSW Government Wants To Criminalise The Loss Of An Unborn Child (Zoe's Law) (May 14, 2022)
• Parking Fines: Ten Minute Grace Period for Parking Tickets to Take Effect in 2019 (May 14, 2022)
• Landmark Humans Right Case in Victoria A Win For Mental Health Patients (May 14, 2022)
• $148M Funding Announced To Reduce NSW District Court Delays (May 14, 2022)
• The Pill Testing Debate and Drug Offences (What You Should Know) (May 14, 2022)
• Police Search Powers: What The Law Actually Says (And Why You Should Know) (May 14, 2022)
• Straight to the Court Room (The Fascinating Life of Costas Kilias) (May 14, 2022)
• The Keli Lane Case (Lawyer Explains) (May 14, 2022)
• Towards Zero NSW Road Safety Campaign (What You Should Know) (May 14, 2022)
• How to prepare for jail (May 7, 2022)
• Jarryd Hayne sentenced to five years and nine months imprisonment: Lawyers Explain terms of Imprisonment (May 7, 2022)
• Drink Driving Offences in NSW: What you need to know (May 6, 2022)
• Two NRL players charged with firearms offences: the charges explained (May 4, 2022)
• High Range PCA (Drink Driving): Explained (May 4, 2022)
• ‘Callous and reprehensible conduct’: Lawyers Explain Richard Pusey’s Sentence (May 3, 2022)
• Enforcement Powers and Social Distancing changes explained (May 1, 2022)
• Man Eating Hash Brown Escapes Driving Offence (April 29, 2022)
• Appealing a Licence Suspension: Explained (April 21, 2022)
• Hamilton Janke Lawyers Farewell Hannah Williams (April 14, 2022)
• Double Demerits NSW: Offences Explained (April 13, 2022)
• “Yeah, but I did it in self-defence”: Self-Defence in NSW (April 13, 2022)
• High Court to hand down George Pell Decision (The Appeal So Far) (April 6, 2022)
• Apprehended Violence Orders: Amendments and COVID-19 temporary changes (April 3, 2022)
• Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders Explained (April 3, 2022)
• Law and Hoarder: The Viral Results of Aisle Assaults (March 30, 2022)
• COVID-19, Self-Isolation and the Law: What you need to know (March 27, 2022)
• Married at First Sight OnlyFans Scandal (March 24, 2022)
• Polygraph Testing – Are Lie Detector Tests Admissable in Court? (March 12, 2022)
• Use Your Smart Phone Wisely (or Face Criminal Charges) – Carriage Service to Harass, Menace or Offend. (February 17, 2022)
• How a passenger using a mobile phone or laptop could cost you $344 (February 6, 2022)
• Can I use my phone to pay in a drive-thru? (Drive-Thru Phone Laws) (February 6, 2022)
• What To Do After a Car Accident (Legal Duties Explained) (February 6, 2022)
• DNA difficulties: how your online family tree could lead to conviction (January 30, 2022)
• Water restrictions no excuse for dirty car: keep number plate and windows clean (January 28, 2022)
• Explained: Justice Legislation Amendment Bill (no 2) 2019 (Changes to AVO orders) (January 19, 2022)
• Participating in a criminal group: the law in NSW (January 19, 2022)
• Trial by combat: is it an option in Australia? (January 19, 2022)
• Immigration Minister cancels Novak Djokovic’s Australian visa (January 16, 2022)
• Unwarranted Demand with Menaces: Blackmail in NSW (January 13, 2022)
• Is it a crime to make a false accusation? (January 12, 2022)
• Drew Hamilton Treasurer of Defence Lawyers NSW (December 9, 2021)
• 2021 Women in Law Awards (November 26, 2021)
• The partners of Hamilton Janke Lawyers, James and Drew are pleased to again be recognised as Leading Criminal Lawyers in Doyle’s Guide for 2021. (November 17, 2021)
• SAFE HAVEN NEWCASTLE (November 14, 2021)
• Hannah Williams named Finalist for Law Student of the Year (October 13, 2021)
• Hamilton Janke Lawyers welcome new Secretary (August 31, 2021)
• Hannah Williams joins Hamilton Janke Lawyers (March 4, 2021)
• R U OK Day 2020: There's more to say after R U OK (September 10, 2020)
• Partners recognised as Leading Criminal Lawyers in Doyle’s Guide for 2020 (August 26, 2020)
• Strip search reports uncover a lack of knowledge: Strip Search Powers in NSW (June 3, 2020)
• Ruby Princess Inquiry: the operation of Special Commission of Inquiry (May 18, 2020)
• COVIDSafe App: What we know so far (April 28, 2020)
• Possession and use of Ice: What are the legal consequences? (Crystal Methamphetamine) (April 20, 2020)
• Leaving home without a 'Reasonable Excuse' carries a penalty of 6 months imprisonment and fine of $11,000 (April 1, 2020)
• Passenger of Drink Driver that Killed 4 Children Might Face Serious Criminal Charges (Accessory to Crime) (February 9, 2020)
• Pregnancy and marriage could curtail criminal offending (December 9, 2019)
• Laws of Protesting in NSW Australia (Explained) (December 2, 2019)
• Law Enforcement Complaints Commission faces funding challenges (November 17, 2019)
• Total Fire Ban Rules NSW (What You Should Know) (November 17, 2019)
• Full High Court to Hear George Pell’s Application for Special Leave to Appeal (November 13, 2019)
• Filming Police in Australia (What The Law Says) (November 2, 2019)
• Violence in sport: criminal assault or just part of the game? (November 2, 2019)
• Arson Offences in NSW (Criminal Lawyer Explains) (November 2, 2019)
• Bec Winder joins Hamilton Janke Lawyers (October 31, 2019)
• Re-Thinking Consent: Changes to NSW Sexual Assault Laws Proposed (October 27, 2019)
• Police Strip Search Powers Under Fire After NSW Music Festival (October 26, 2019)
• R U OK Day 2019 (September 11, 2019)
• Sexual Assault Trial Sparks Legislation Review (August 29, 2019)
• Partners Recognised in Top Criminal Law Rankings (August 26, 2019)
• Stealing Offences (Theft, Larceny, Robbery, Possession Of Stolen Goods And Break And Enter Offences) (May 14, 2019)
• Anti-Protest Laws Australia (May 14, 2019)
• At What Age Can A Child Be Held Criminally Responsible? (May 14, 2019)
• Why Martha and Cyrell Could Face Assault Charges (Married at First Sight) (May 14, 2019)
• George Pell: Why Journalists Will Face Court Over Suppression Order (May 14, 2019)
• Victims’ Voices Heard in Forensic Mental Health Cases (May 14, 2019)
• George Pell Found Guilty of Sexual Offences (Suppression Orders Explained) (May 14, 2019)
• Hamilton Janke Lawyers Launches Maitland Rugby Club Sponsorship (May 14, 2019)
• Man Released Without Charge After Home Intruder's Death (May 14, 2019)
• Mountain Sounds Organisers Pull The Plug (May 14, 2019)
• Banking Royal Commission: Report Released (May 14, 2019)
• ATO Scam – New Year, New Tactics (May 14, 2019)
• Allegation to Trial – The Making of a Murder Charge (May 14, 2019)
• A Bitter Pill to Swallow – The Pill Testing Debate (May 14, 2019)
• The Presumption of Innocence & The Press (Lynette Dawson, Teacher's Pet Podcast) (May 14, 2019)
• Reform Recap – November / December 2018 (May 14, 2019)