Theft is the illegal act of taking someone else’s property or services without their permission. It includes various acts, such as lying, major violations of property rights, embezzlement, illegal possession of personal property, receiving stolen property, identity theft, and pet theft. The prosecution must show that the accused took someone else’s property without permission and
Receiving a ticket for speeding is unpleasant, so it’s helpful to know how to contest a speeding fine if you have received one. In some situations, a fine may be reviewed and dismissed, sparing you from having to pay it. You can choose to go to court or ask for a review of your case.
Perverting the course of justice, simply put, is any action taken to keep the offender or another person from receiving justice for a crime they have committed. At times, it can be a fairly minor charge, whereas in other situations, it can be a very serious criminal offence that carries a maximum punishment of up
The Victorian legal system categorizes criminal offences into two types: summary and indictable offences. Summary offences are minor offences with lighter penalties and are handled at the magistrate level. If you’ve been charged with a summary offence, it’s essential to understand the crucial details. A criminal defence lawyer can help you prepare the right defence
A committal hearing is conducted in the Magistrates’ Court where a Magistrate reviews the prosecution’s case and evidence against the accused to determine if there is enough evidence for a jury to find them guilty. Committal hearings exist to prevent serious criminal prosecutions from being initiated indiscriminately. Where the prosecution does not have sufficient evidence
The Magistrates’ Court is the first level of courts in Victoria. In 51 locations, it hears most of the cases that come to court. There is no jury; each case is heard and decided by a judge and clerk. It might be hard to figure out what each court does and how to best prepare
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