by Chambers Legal | Nov 3, 2025 | Blog
Gaining a benefit by fraud is one of the more common fraud offences seen in Western Australia. It arises when someone obtains a financial or personal advantage through dishonest means. Like other fraud matters, gaining a benefit is a complex legal concept, with WA law... by Chambers Legal | Nov 3, 2025 | Blog
Centrelink fraud offences are treated very seriously in Western Australia and if you have been charged, you should seek early, strategic legal advice. Chambers Legal has a team of experienced fraud defence lawyers available to represent clients across WA. In this... by Chambers Legal | Nov 3, 2025 | Blog
Fraud charges in Western Australia can be complex. One of the most common questions our clients have is whether their charge will be dealt with in the Magistrates Court or the District Court. The answer depends on a range of factors, including the type of fraud, any... by Chambers Legal | Nov 3, 2025 | Blog
In Western Australia, many fraud offences hinge on one critical legal element: the intent to defraud. Whilst many understand fraud as simply “lying for gain,” the legal meaning of intent can be more complex. If you’ve been accused of a fraud-related offence,... by Chambers Legal | Oct 17, 2025 | Blog
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... by Chambers Legal | Oct 17, 2025 | Blog
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...