Public Nuisance A person commits a public nuisance offence if: The person behaves in:a disorderly way, oran offensive way, ora threatening way, ora violent way andthe person’s behaviour interferes, or is likely to interfere with the peaceful passage through, or enjoyment of, a public place by a member of the public. A person behaves in … Continue reading What is a “Public Nuisance”?
What is hooning? Hooning is the phrase used to describe any anti-social behaviour conducted in a motor vehicle, such as speeding, street racing, burnouts or playing loud music from the car stereo. Hooning includes traffic offences, such as dangerous driving, careless driving, driving without reasonable consideration for other people, driving in a way that makes … Continue reading I have been charged with a Hooning Offence. Will my vehicle be impounded?
Recording a conviction For an adult that appears before the court and pleads guilty to an offence, unless they are sentenced to imprisonment, the Presiding Judicial Officer has discretion as to whether a conviction is recorded or not. The factors the Court must have regard to when determining whether to record a conviction are contained … Continue reading Will I have a criminal conviction recorded?
In general terms, the main difference between Unlicensed Driving and Disqualified Driving is the maximum penalties that apply and the mandatory minimum periods the court must disqualify your licence. Driving while subject to a disqualification order by the court (Disqualified Driving) is a more serious offence which is reflected in the penalties imposed by the … Continue reading What is the Difference Between Unlicensed Driving and Disqualified Driving?
In Queensland the general rule is that police are not allowed to enter your premises without a warrant. However, there are exceptions which are discussed below. Entering your premises without a warrant Police Powers and Responsibilities Act 2000 sets out the procedures that police must follow to enter a premises without a warrant. Police may … Continue reading Can Police Enter my Premises without a warrant?
