Can A Criminal Record Be Cleared in Australia?
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Can A Criminal Record Be Cleared in Australia?

NEWS Can A Criminal Record Be Cleared in Australia? As reputable criminal lawyers in Sydney, we understand how difficult it can be for Australians to get comfortable with the idea that they have a criminal record. Criminal records are the last thing anyone wants on their police records or background checks. They not only harm…

NSW Sexual Offences Have Increased by 21% – How Can Sydney Criminal Lawyers Help?
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NSW Sexual Offences Have Increased by 21% – How Can Sydney Criminal Lawyers Help?

NEWS NSW Sexual Offences Have Increased by 21% – How Can Sydney Criminal Lawyers Help? The NSW Bureau of Crime Figures and Research (BOCSAR) published new statistics on the 15th of September 2021 showing that crime in much of NSW has stayed constant or decreased in the two years leading up to June 2021. Australia’s…

How to Represent Yourself for a Drink Driving Offence
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How to Represent Yourself for a Drink Driving Offence

NEWS How to Represent Yourself for a Drink Driving Offence Drink driving offences refer to several distinct violations that can be prosecuted in NSW and are among the most prosecuted criminal crimes in NSW. If you have been charged with a drink driving offence, you will be required to appear in court and face the…

Has Covid-19 Impacted Criminal Sentencing?
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Has Covid-19 Impacted Criminal Sentencing?

NEWS Has Covid-19 Impacted Criminal Sentencing? Covid-19 has significantly impacted society’s structure and has even altered the operation of the justice system, influencing new court outcomes and results. If you have been convicted of a criminal charge or even a drink driving charge, you should be aware of the impact that Covid-19 might have on…

13 Question to choose good defence lawyer sydney | The Defenders

13 Questions to ask a lawyer to determine how good they are

NEWS 13 Questions to ask a lawyer to determine how good they are When you are facing a day in court, it is in your best interest to have an experienced lawyer. Choosing the right solicitor for your case is very important. You would never seek medical attention from a doctor that was not trained…

What is Committal Hearing? | The Defenders: Criminal Defence Lawyers Sydney & Parramatta

What is a Committal Hearing?

NEWS WHAT IS A COMMITTAL HEARING? A committal hearing is a process in which a Magistrate determines whether there is enough evidence from the prosecution for your case to go to trial. According to the Criminal Procedure Act 1986 (NSW) (the Act), if the evidence available cannot satisfy a reasonable jury, properly instructed, beyond reasonable…