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Is Entering a Shed or Garage Considered Home Burglary in WA?
In Western Australia, burglary and aggravated burglary is not limited to houses and commercial buildings. It can also include other structures like sheds, garages and outbuildings. Like many other offences, not every case is clear-cut and whether burglary applies will...
What Does ‘Intent to Commit an Offence’ Really Mean in Home & Aggravated Burglary Cases?
In Western Australia, burglary charges don't just hinge on whether the accused unlawfully entered a property. The law specifies another important element: intent. Intent means that the person entered with the aim of committing another offence - but how does that work...
Western Australia’s Three-Strikes Home Burglary Policy
In Western Australia, there is a mandatory sentencing regime for repeat home burglary offences. Commonly known as the 'three-strikes' law, it’s important to understand if you are facing such charges. Knowing how, when and to whom it applies best prepares you to...
Can a Lawyer Get Burglary Charges Downgraded to Trespass?
Burglary is a serious offence in Western Australia. It carries steep penalties and a conviction can have significant impacts of future travel and employment opportunities. But in cases where certain legal elements are missing or unprovable, what begins as a burglary...
Is the Possession of Prescription Drugs Illegal in WA? A Leading Perth Drug Lawyer Explains
Whilst Western Australian law recognises the essential role of prescription medication in a person’s health and wellbeing, it also imposes strict conditions around their possession. If you are found in possession of such substances without a valid prescription, you...
Drug Possession at Festivals and Events: What Are Your Rights?
Attending music festivals, concerts and large public events is a common part of life in Western Australia. However, these environments are often heavily policed, with increased use of drug detection dogs and random searches. If you are found in possession of drugs at...
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