When an accused person has been charged and is waiting for their trial or sentencing, they may be released on bail. This means they are out in the community rather than in prison and usually this means there are certain conditions that they must abide by. One of those...
This is an all-too-common scenario. We have had numerous clients come to us with a charge of assaulting their girlfriend, boyfriend, partner, wife or husband. The alleged victim, also known as the ‘complainant’, contacts police and makes a report about the assault....
When you’re being questioned by the police, your first step should always be to seek advice from a criminal lawyer. If you are under investigation by the police, you may be asked to participate in a video record of interview (also known as an electronic record...
Mandatory means something that is required, by rule or law. In the criminal sentencing process, mandatory sentencing means a sentence that must be given, no matter the circumstances. What criminal offences carry the term of mandatory sentencing? There are several...
If you’re not happy with the outcome of your court hearing, you can appeal your conviction, your sentence, or both. If you have been found guilty of a criminal or traffic offence after a trial, you can appeal your conviction. If you have been sentenced by a...
When you are charged with a criminal offence, there are a variety of things that you may have to face and you should be prepared for them. The police can either: Release you and send you a Court Hearing Notice Release you and send you a Summons to attend court Release...
