“Common assault” might sound minor, but in New South Wales, it’s one of the most frequently charged criminal offences, and it can still carry serious consequences. Many people are surprised to learn that you don’t have to touch someone to be charged with assault. In fact, common assault covers a wide range of everyday situations,…
Read articleBeing charged with assault occasioning grievous bodily harm (GBH) in New South Wales is a serious matter. These offences sit among the most severe assault charges short of homicide and carry the real possibility of lengthy imprisonment. If you or someone you know is facing a GBH charge, understanding how the law works and what…
Read articleUnder NSW law, assault occasioning actual bodily harm is an offence where: It sounds straightforward, but both elements are broader than most people think. What counts as “assault”? Assault isn’t just hitting someone. It can include: Even raising a fist in a threatening way can sometimes be enough. What is “actual bodily harm”?…
Read articleWhy This Is the #1 Question Clients Ask When people call a criminal lawyer after being charged with drug possession, this is almost always the first question: “Am I going to get a criminal conviction?” The fear is understandable. A conviction for possess prohibited drug can impact: The good news: A conviction is NOT inevitable.…
Read articleSpecial range drink driving applies to certain licence categories that must maintain a zero-alcohol limit, such as professional drivers or those under interlock orders. Many people are surprised to learn that even a reading of 0.02 can lead to a serious offence. This leads to the common question: “Why is special range treated so harshly?”…
Read articleWhy Understanding Penalties Matters More Than You Think Drug possession is one of the most charged offences in New South Wales. Yet, despite how common it is, most people do not understand how serious the consequences can be or how much discretion the court actually has when determining penalties. The reality is this: Most people…
Read articleNovice range drink driving is one of the most common alcohol-related offences for new drivers, but also one of the most misunderstood. If you hold a P1, P2, or learner licence, you must have a BAC of 0.00 at all times. So even the smallest amount of alcohol can put you over the limit. This…
Read articleIntroduction: Why This Question Matters One of the first things clients ask is: “Is it possible to beat a drug possession charge?” The short answer: yes, absolutely. In fact, many possession charges are legally weak and can be challenged, downgraded, or withdrawn. This article explains the specific circumstances where a drug possession charge can be…
Read articleMid-range PCA is one of the most common drink driving offences in NSW, but also one of the most heavily penalised. Many people charged for the first time panic and ask: “Can I actually go to jail for this?” The short answer: It’s possible, but avoidable with proper preparation. What Is Mid-Range PCA? A…
Read articleWhy Drug Possession Charges Are More Serious Than Most People Realise “Possess Prohibited Drug” is one of the most common criminal offences in New South Wales. Yet despite its frequency, most people significantly underestimate the consequences. A drug possession conviction can impact your: The biggest mistake people make after being charged is assuming it’s “minor”…
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