Attending court for criminal charges can be a daunting experience. However, understanding what to expect can make the experience less difficult and intimidating. Types of Courts in Australia If you are facing criminal charges, you will receive a Court Attendance Notice or other paperwork that informs you of the charges and the date and time...
Increased penalties for stand alone drink and drug driving offences The Government’s tough new penalties for impaired driving came into effect on 1 July 2021. From July 1, for the first time, drivers caught with both alcohol and drugs in their system will be charged with the new offence of driving with a blood alcohol...
Generally, a person suspected or accused of a criminal offence has the right to remain silent and not to incriminate him/herself. This means they can refuse to answer questions (except name, age, and address, or in the case of a direction under the Road Traffic Act 1974 (WA), the identity of a responsible person in...
The “do’s” and the “don’t’s” with regard to social distancing, the exceptions and the penalties At the start of this year, no one ever thought that normal everyday activities such as going out to the movies, the gym, or your favourite restaurant, are now banned.However, in March 2020 the WA government declared a State of...
Criminal law in the COVID-19 era has experienced rapid changes and the jurisdiction surrounding Bail is no exception. At Frichot Lawyers, we want to keep you informed about how these changes could impact Bail arrangements for you, or your family and friends. What does the Court generally consider in Bail applications? The jurisdiction to grant...
All indictable offences may be tried on indictment, but some indictable offences may be tried summarily in the magistrates court if the Criminal Code, or another written law, provides for a “summary conviction penalty” for an indictable offence and the accused is charged with committing the offence in circumstances where the summary conviction penalty applies...
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