Police Powers when it comes to DV
With recent and indeed future DV amendments it is timely to consider the particular powers police…
Tackling alcohol fueled violence
New laws that could pass in Qld regarding alcohol fuelled violence will herald a raft of changes to…
Police Powers: Disobedience to Lawful Order
These days, most people carry a mobile phone with them everywhere they go. A mobile device can…
Criminal Process - Brisbane Magistrates Court
The way your matter will progress through the Magistrates Court depends on the seriousness of your…
Being charged with an offence in QLD
It is important to remember that there are two types of offences in QLD; 1. Simple offences (or…
New DV laws - the next step
Late last year we looked at the introduction of various DV related laws and amendments under the…
One Punch Laws
In the wake of recent events the topic of one punch laws is back in the spotlight. It is therefore…
Basha Hearing
There’s been a longstanding procedure in respect of Queensland District and Supreme Court trials…
Royal Commission: Undermining the Privilege against Self-Incrimination
In January 2013, six Commissioners were appointed by the Australian Government to investigate…
24 Hour Service
Persons that have the unfortunate experience of being detained by police need advice. Our firm is…