NEWS What is Tax Evasion? Tax evasion is when an individual deliberately avoids paying their tax liabilities to the Australian Taxation Office for their own financial gain by providing misleading information. To effectively prevent and uncover tax evasion and tax related crimes, the ATO created a Serious Financial Crime Taskforce in 2015. Tax evasion is…
NEWS How to Find a Reputable Driving & Traffic Offence Lawyer Traffic offences are some of the most committed offences in Sydney. Recent traffic infringement spikes have occurred due to Covid-19 lockdown restrictions lowering the numbers of people driving on the road and leading to reckless behaviour in drivers. As a driver, the lives of…
NEWS Extortion and Kidnapping Cases Extortion and kidnapping are profoundly serious crimes that result in significant charges being passed down by law enforcement. At Essere – The Defenders, our criminal defence lawyers in Sydney are highly experienced in representing clients who have been charged with criminal offences, including extortion or kidnapping charges. With more than 29…
NEWS Is Street Racing Illegal In Australia? Street racing involves two or more vehicles excessively speeding on a public road in order to race their vehicles. The act of street racing, whether it is planned or impromptu, is highly dangerous for those involved as well as surrounding citizens. For this reason, it is a significant…
NEWS What happens if you are charged with a drug offence in Australia? The laws in Australia relating to the trafficking, sale, and possession of illicit drugs are strict, they threaten harsh fines and even jail time for the individuals involved. If you are charged with a drug offence you will need to consult or…
NEWS What are your rights when pulled over by police in Australia? If you are pulled over by the police whilst driving there are a number of common questions that you may be asked. Keep in mind that it is important that you comply with the requests of the police. However, if you feel that…
NEWS Finding a criminal defense lawyer If you have received a criminal charge, it can be a very daunting proposition for you and your family to face. It is important to speak to a criminal defence lawyer who can provide you with expert advice and help you to thoroughly understand the processes involved. Depending on…
NEWS Why Mobile Drug Testing? Recreational drug use is highly prevalent in Australia, particularly at nightclubs, concerts and festivals. Over the recent years, this has prompted an increased Police Presence as well as Mobile Drug Testing (MDT) Units to be deployed on our roads in much the same way that Random Breath Testing (RBT) is…
NEWS AVO Lawyers Sydney How can an AVO Impact me? If you have received an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO), issued by the Court then you may be interested to know what an Apprehended Violence Order is and how it can impact you. An AVO Lawyer in Sydney can outline the various conditions of an AVO…
NEWS Domestic Violence Lawyers Domestic violence incidents are prevalent in Australia and drastically impact the individuals and families involved. The Government has demonstrated an urgency to address domestic violence acts, against both men and women, by raising awareness of the societal consequences and legal penalties. Click here to learn more about domestic violence, domestic violence penalties,…
