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The law requires all passengers to wear seat belts, with penalties for non-compliance. Despite this, 15% of road deaths in NSW involve not wearing a seatbelt, and nearly 10,000 fines are issued annually. NSW law mandates seat belt use for all vehicle occupants, with exemptions for certain drivers (e.g., reversing, medical conditions) and specific vehicles. […]

Key Takeaways In recent years there has been a noticeable rise in false AVO claims being made to Police as well as taken out privately. It will come as no surprise that having an apprehended violence order taken out against will cause significant stress to you and your loved ones. The conditions associated with an […]

A Good Behaviour Licence is a type of licence issued to full or unrestricted licence holders in New South Wales when they incur 13 or more demerit points. If you breach a good behaviour licence you will face a period of suspension. You cannot appeal against this suspension so it is important not to pay […]

A family violence restraining order (FVRO) can be applied for, granted, and served within hours. Whether you are seeking protection from someone or you have just been handed an order you did not expect, the decisions you make in the first days could shape your life for years to come. This Astor Legal expert guide […]

Assault charges in Australia span a large range. At one end sits a push or a raised fist with no contact or injury. At the other end, there is an assault that leaves a person with permanent injuries or worse. The specific charge a person faces will influence the court process, the potential penalties, and […]

The use of peptides and synthetic drugs in Australia are only permitted for legitimate medical purposes, as prescribed by a doctor or specialist. The Poisons Standard outlines the classification of medicines and poisons, applicable to legislation across Australia. Schedule 4 outlines prescription-only medicines, encompassing peptides. Notably, steroids and peptides are distinct and subject to different […]

Key Takeaways If you wish to speak to an accredited specialist criminal lawyer about murder, manslaughter or accessory to murder, book a confidential conference with us today. What is First Degree murder? First degree murder is an American legal term which refers to a wilful, deliberate and premeditated act of unlawful killing, often executed with malice aforethought. […]

Key takeaways An apprehended violence order (AVO) can be applied for against a child by police. An AVO is a civil order and is not a criminal record. However, breaching an AVO is a criminal offence, which carries a maximum penalty of 2 years imprisonment and/or a $5,500 fine. It can also affect obtaining employment […]

If you have been charged by Police, you will likely be querying how to get a section 10 for mid-range drink driving in NSW. The prospect of attending Court, receiving a criminal conviction and losing your driving license can seem daunting. This can have consequences for your career as well as family responsibilities. While avoiding […]

The question of how to beat a drug driving charge is one that criminal defence lawyers answer almost daily. This is unsurprising, given that losing your driver licence can have a significant impact. It may affect your employment as well as your ability to fulfil your personal commitments. There are two separate offences for ‘drug […]