Criminal

Application to Discharge Denied Due to Media Coverage

The court denied a request to dismiss a case against a defendant due to media coverage of bikie violence. The judge found that the coverage was not directly linked to the defendant and that appropriate jury instructions could mitigate any potential prejudice.

Respondent Resentenced After Murder Conviction Set Aside

NSW Supreme Court Grants Prohibition Order Against Public Assembly Due to Safety Concerns

Murder Sentence Upheld in Joint Criminal Enterprise Case

Release Application Denied for Offenses Against Public Justice

Sentence Appeal Refused for Assault Offence

Sentence Reduced for Manslaughter Due to Mental Health Issues

The defendant was sentenced to six years in prison for the manslaughter of his father. The court took into account the defendant's mental health issues, including schizophrenia and post-traumatic stress disorder, reducing the non-parole period to three years.

Arson and Fraud Convictions Lead to Suspended Sentence

Appeal Against Sexual Offense Conviction and Sentence Dismissed

The Court dismissed an appeal against conviction and sentence, affirming the trial judge's findings and sentence in a case involving sexual offenses. The Court held that while the disposal of evidence can suggest consciousness of guilt, it does not necessarily constitute a substantial miscarriage of justice.

Conviction for Drug Trafficking in NSW

Guilty Verdict for Breaking and Entering and Stealing Property

In a judge-alone trial, the accused was found guilty of breaking and entering and stealing property. The court relied on fingerprints and circumstantial evidence to establish the accused's involvement in a joint criminal enterprise.

Admission of Conversations as Evidence of Consciousness of Guilt in Murder Trial

Proceedings Without Accused and Safety Measures in NSW Supreme Court

Teen Sentenced for Reckless Wounding and Firearms Possession

Offender Receives Life Sentence for Murder by Pre-Planned Arson

Supreme Court Rejects Adjournment Request in Contempt Case

In a contempt case, the Supreme Court of NSW refused an adjournment application from a self-represented litigant seeking more time to pursue appeals and provide citations. The litigant claimed they needed more time due to recent changes in their financial circumstances. However, the court determined that the litigant had previously had sufficient opportunities to pursue these appeals and provide citations.

Dangerous Driving Causing Death & Harm - Court of Criminal Appeal Decision

Crown Allowed to Revive Witness Memory Using Document

Restraining Order Issued Against Suspected Drug Trafficker

The New South Wales Crime Commission successfully obtained a restraining order against a suspect accused of drug trafficking. The court agreed to the order after reviewing evidence presented by the commission, including seized drugs and cash.

Supreme Court Admits Tendency Evidence in Domestic Violence Case

In a domestic violence case, the Supreme Court of NSW allowed evidence showing the defendant's history of violent and controlling behavior towards former domestic partners. The court determined that this evidence was important enough to be considered by the jury, despite potential negative effects on the defendant.