Drug Diversion Programs in WA: Are You Eligible?

Facing a drug charge in Western Australia doesn’t always mean a criminal conviction. Depending on the circumstances, you might be eligible for drug diversion programs, alternative legal pathways that focuses on treatment and education rather than punishment. To...

Is Intoxication a Defence for Common Assault?

If you have been accused of common assault but feel you were innocent, it may be because you were drunk or intoxicated when the alleged act took place. However, this defence is not always successful in Western Australian courts. Understanding how the law views the...