What is a habitual traffic offender declaration and can it be overturned
If you have been convicted of three or more serious driving offences in the last five years, you may have been declared a Habitual Traffic Offender by the Court...
Read MoreAn Australian security guard escapes gaol time by blaming his stalking behaviour on Bollywood
Throughout 2012 and 2013, Sandesh Baliga, an Australian security guard based in Tasmania, determinedly pursued two women. Despite having his continual advances rejected by both women, Baliga continued to...
Read MoreIncreased Traffic Offence Penalties Commencing 1 February 2015
New penalties will be introduced from 1 February 2015 for drivers who repeatedly exceed the demerit points limit for their licence. What are the new penalties? Unrestricted licence holders...
Read MoreApplying for an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO)
When applying for an AVO, you should first consider if you can prove (under the Crimes (Domestic and Personal Violence) Act 2007) that you need an AVO. When applying...
Read MoreLicense Suspension Appeals to the Local Court
You can appeal against the suspension of your license if one of the following applies to you: Are you a provisional or learner licence holder and have Roads and...
Read MorePolice Powers to Search You, Your Car or Your Home
The following is a summary of police powers under the Law Enforcement (Power and Responsibilities) Act 2002 which governs police powers in executing searches of persons, their motor vehicles...
Read MoreCarrying Bicycles & Motor Vehicles
During the holiday periods couples and families often enjoy travelling with their bicycles for fitness and/or enjoyment. Unfortunately, many people are unaware of the strict requirements which have been...
Read MoreDriving Under the Influence of Illicit Drugs (DUI)
It is an offence under the Road Transport Act 2013 to drive a motor vehicle whilst under the influence of an illicit drug. Drivers may be subject to a...
Read More16 criminal offences that you may not be aware of in NSW
Many “common” offences in NSW are widely known by members of the public and road users. However, there are a number of offences and Road Rules that you may...
Read MoreOccupier of retail shop not liable for the actions of a “suspected fraudster”
On the 8th of February 2013, the New South Wales Court of Appeal handed down its Decision in an appeal by a store owner against a finding it was...
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