An Introduction to Break-in and Enter Laws

Being charged with a break-and-enter offence is punishable by imprisonment of 5 years or more. If the police charge you with this offence, you must understand what constitutes breaking and entering, and what you can do to defend yourself. What are break-and-enter offences? As enumerated in Part 4 of the Crimes Act of 1900, break-and-enter [...]

2023-05-30T10:10:35+10:00November 7th, 2022|Criminal Law|0 Comments

Changes in the New Sexual Consent Laws in Australia

The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare reports that “almost 2 million adults have experienced at least one sexual assault since 15.” This number, however, may not reflect those incidents where victims decided not to report the incidence of sexual assaults. As this alarming number continues to be a tragic concern for the welfare of [...]

2022-10-10T13:50:04+11:00October 24th, 2022|Criminal Law|Comments Off on Changes in the New Sexual Consent Laws in Australia

Everything You Need to Know About Bail

Are you charged with a criminal offence?  Whether it’s a minor or serious offence, you will likely receive a "Notice to Appear" from the Magistrates Court. This notice will include the time and date of your attendance. Moreover, the police might arrest you and take you into custody if you are accused of a serious [...]

2022-10-10T13:49:55+11:00October 10th, 2022|Criminal Law|Comments Off on Everything You Need to Know About Bail

Larceny or Robbery: Is There a Difference between the two and What Might that Be?

Taking away another person’s property without their consent is immoral. In the eyes of Australian laws, this is the crime that constitutes “larceny.”  Under section 117 of the Crimes Act 1900, larceny occurs when an individual takes or carries away an object or an item capable of being stolen without the consent of the item’s [...]

2022-10-10T13:50:25+11:00September 26th, 2022|Criminal Law|Comments Off on Larceny or Robbery: Is There a Difference between the two and What Might that Be?

Charged With a Drug Offense in Australia? Here’s What You Need to Know?

Have you been charged with a drug offense in Australia?  Are you wondering what to know about this offense and what steps to take if you are charged?  This article will provide a brief guide on what you need to know about and what you can do if you’re being charged for it.  Australian laws [...]

2023-05-30T10:11:09+10:00September 12th, 2022|Criminal Law|Comments Off on Charged With a Drug Offense in Australia? Here’s What You Need to Know?

Have you been asked to Lie on a Statutory Declaration Form?

Taking Someone’s Points - Is it really a big deal.   Lying on a Statutory Declaration ("Stat Dec") is a big ask and can have some serious consequences. Statutory declarations are not normally used at a court. They are normally used for business or legal decisions. The most common situation where a person is tempted [...]

2023-05-30T10:11:31+10:00August 15th, 2022|Criminal Law, Driving Offences, Road and Driving|Comments Off on Have you been asked to Lie on a Statutory Declaration Form?

Being Sentenced in the Local Court

Are you going to Court? Going to court is a very confronting experience. Orr Legal can you support you through this process.   What happens if I plead Guilty or I have been found guilty? If you plead guilty or are found guilty in the Local Court, the magistrate will sentence you. The sentence process will usually start straight after [...]

2023-02-27T02:04:43+11:00May 5th, 2022|Criminal Law, Driving Offences|Comments Off on Being Sentenced in the Local Court

Consenting to Apprehended Violence Order ‘AVO’

What is an AVO? An Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) is a court order issued for the protection of a person who believes that their life or safety is in danger.   What are the types of AVO’s? There are two types of AVO issued by the court that would depend on the allegations of the [...]

2023-11-30T12:13:44+11:00April 28th, 2022|Criminal Law|Comments Off on Consenting to Apprehended Violence Order ‘AVO’

Common Assault

Common Assault is an offence under Section 61 of the Crimes Act 1900 which carries a maximum penalty of 2 years in prison and/or a fine of $5,500.   What is Common Assault Common Assault is an act that causes another person to apprehend immediate and unlawful violence. While most assaults involve unwanted physical contact an assault [...]

2022-04-12T18:55:27+10:00April 14th, 2022|Criminal Law|Comments Off on Common Assault

Your Lawyer – Nichole Orr

My name is Nichole, and I am the principal of Orr Legal. Looking for a lawyer If you are trying to decide on how to choose a lawyer whether or not Orr Legal is for you I would like to introduce myself. I would like you to know who you are talking to when you give Orr Legal [...]

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