by Chambers Legal | Apr 17, 2025 | Blog
Aggravated Grievous Bodily Harm: What Makes a GBH Charge More Serious? In Western Australia, Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) is a serious criminal offence, carrying severe penalties. However, these penalties can be even harsher if certain factors elevate the charge to... by Chambers Legal | Apr 17, 2025 | Blog
In Western Australia, Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) and Unlawful Wounding are two commonly seen assault charges. These offences both involve physical harm but have different approaches to the seriousness of the injury, intent and circumstances surrounding the incident.... by Chambers Legal | Apr 17, 2025 | Blog
Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) is a serious matter under Western Australian law, often involving allegations of serious injury and long-term harm. Understandably, many people assume that these charges will see the accused held in custody until trial. However, it is still... by Chambers Legal | Apr 17, 2025 | Blog
Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) is a serious offence defined as causing an injury that endangers life or results in permanent injury. In Western Australia, unlawfully inflicting GBH carries a maximum penalty of 10 years imprisonment, which can increase to 14 years under... by Chambers Legal | Apr 17, 2025 | Blog
In Western Australia, certain offences such as grievous bodily harm (GBH) and assaulting a public officer carry notably harsher penalties compared to other assault-related crimes. This severity reflects the legal system’s commitment to protecting individuals... by Chambers Legal | Mar 20, 2025 | Blog
What are the Penalties for Assault in Western Australia? In Western Australia, assault offences encompass a range of unlawful physical acts, each carrying specific penalties under the Criminal Code Act Compilation Act 1913. Understanding the distinct definitions of...