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New Australian Hate Crime Laws Explainer: February 2025 Update for Places of Worship & Hatred in NSW

Introduction In February 2025, both the New South Wales (NSW) and Federal governments introduced new laws aimed at addressing hate crime. These new laws, outlined

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Guide to Standard Non-Parole Periods in NSW: Understanding Sentences and Imprisonment in 2025

Introduction In New South Wales, knowing what a non-parole period means is super important for offenders and everyone in the criminal justice system. Judges usually

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The Offence of Offensive Language in NSW

Introduction We all have a potty mouth from time to time, and have all been accused of having a small vocabulary. However, there are situations

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NSW Drug Importation Offence: Importation and Penalty Overview

Introduction The law in Australia regards drugs as a “grave social evil.” Accordingly, drug importation charges in New South Wales rank among the most serious

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Full Guide to Digital Piracy Laws in NSW: Is Torrenting and Online Piracy Illegal in Australia?

Introduction We all love a binge – TV series, movies, music, and so much more. Consuming digital content is a massive source of entertainment, and

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Guide to Appeals Against Local Court Decisions NSW: How to Appeal a Local Court Decision for Sentence and Conviction

Introduction The courts and the law seem intimidating, authoritative, and always right; however, they sometimes get it wrong. If you really think you have been

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Is it Illegal to Swear at Police Officers in NSW?

The answer is No, you cannot swear at a police officer. Offensive language is a chargeable offence. Most of the time police will charge this
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Why do some people dislike Criminal Defence? Here a Criminal Defence Lawyer explains…

Why people hate defence lawyers Why do some people look down on Criminal Defence Lawyers? A question with so many possible answers. However, the most

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