Criminal
Criminal judgments from Australian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Murder Trial Letter from Solicitor Rejected Due to Legal Privilege
Murder and Manslaughter Sentences for Joint Criminal Enterprise
Appeal Reduces Sentence for Methamphetamine Importation
The Court of Criminal Appeal reduced the sentence of the claimant from 9 to 8 years, adjusting the non-parole period, due to manifest excessiveness and disparity with a co-offender's sentence.
Supreme Court Directions for Funding Trials
Supreme Court Grants Extended Supervision Order for Sexual Offender
The Supreme Court of New South Wales granted an extended supervision order for a period of 5 years for a person with a history of sexual offenses against minors, finding that they posed an unacceptable risk of re-offending.
Improper Jury Instructions Lead to New Trial in NSW Criminal Case
The Court of Criminal Appeal overturned a conviction and ordered a new trial because the judge gave improper instructions to the jury, which could have influenced the jury's decision-making process.
Custodial Sentences Imposed for Drug-Related Offenses
Armed Robbery Sentencing with Mitigating Factors - District Court NSW
Severe Penalties for Conspiracy and Bribery in NSW District Court
In this case, the NSW District Court handed down severe prison sentences to individuals found guilty of conspiring to import large quantities of pseudoephedrine and engaging in bribery of public officials. The court highlighted the seriousness of these crimes and the importance of upholding public trust in government officials.
Employer Penalised for Fatal Workplace Accident
Court of Criminal Appeal Quashes Non-Parole Period Considering Family Impact
Supreme Court Orders Interim Supervision for High-Risk Offender
The Supreme Court of NSW decided to place a high-risk offender under an interim supervision order instead of continued detention. The court considered the offender's willingness to participate in rehabilitation programs and the safety of the community.