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Applying to Suspend your Sex Offenders Registration Act (SORA) Reporting Obligations

Applying to Suspend your Sex Offenders Registration Act (SORA) Reporting Obligations

Following conviction for certain offences in Victoria, a person will be subject to the Sex Offenders Registration Act 2004 (SORA). SORA requires certain individuals convicted of sexual offenses to be registered as sex offenders and comply with ongoing reporting obligations.

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Mandatory Minimum Sentences in Australia: Balancing Justice and Judicial Discretion

Mandatory Minimum Sentences in Australia: Balancing Justice and Judicial Discretion

A mandatory minimum sentence is a law that sets a minimum punishment that must be imposed by a judge for certain crimes, regardless of the circumstances surrounding the case or the offender.

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New Youth Justice Act

New Youth Justice Act

Criminal law that governs children and young offenders is about to undergo a significant change in Victoria. There will be a new law, likely formally beginning in 2025, called the Youth Justice Act which will replace the current law overseeing criminal law for children.

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Balancing Fair Trials and Witness Support

Balancing Fair Trials and Witness Support

DPP v Smith – managing the rights of accused to participate in all aspects of their case with the aims of assisting complainants in sex cases in the modern court rooms

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Understanding the difference between being Arrested, Charged, and Convicted

Understanding the difference between being Arrested, Charged, and Convicted

The criminal justice system uses many terms with specific meanings, and this can often lead to confusion about what they really mean.

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Dangerous Driving Causing Death: Skilled Advocacy in Complex Cases

Dangerous Driving Causing Death: Skilled Advocacy in Complex Cases

Cases of dangerous driving causing death are among the most serious and challenging in the County Court.

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Bail – Balancing Community Protection and the Rights of the Accused

Bail – Balancing Community Protection and the Rights of the Accused

There has been considerable recent controversy regarding the changes to the Bail Act that were recently introduced.

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The Right to Silence – and its limits

The Right to Silence – and its limits

The investigation of crime is not a game governed by a sportsman’s code of fair play.

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In Defence Of Our Justice System

In Defence Of Our Justice System

Corrosion is a gradual process of deterioration, left unchecked it can be an irreversible.

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What to do when police want to interview you?

What to do when police want to interview you?

Facing a police interview can be a daunting and potentially life-altering experience.

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How long do police have to investigate a crime?

How long do police have to investigate a crime?

Understanding the timeline of a criminal investigation is crucial for anyone involved in or affected by such proceedings.

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Can I get my firearms licence back after an IVO?

Can I get my firearms licence back after an IVO?

Exploring the process of reclaiming a firearms licence following an Intervention Order. Understand the legal nuances and the importance of personal growth.

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