What is Stealing? You will be charged with the offence of stealing if the police allege you have taken something that belongs to someone else, without their consent and kept it with no intention of returning it. What does Prosecution Have to Prove? For an accused to be found guilty of an offence of stealing, … Continue reading Spotlight on ‘Stealing’
Robbery A person will be charged with robbery if they use or threaten violence immediately before or after stealing property from a person. Robbery offences can be found under section 409 of the Criminal Code 1899 (Qld). What must Prosecution Prove? Prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt, that: The defendant stole something; andAt the … Continue reading Spotlight on ‘Robbery’
If you have pleaded guilty or been found guilty after hearing of a criminal offence, that conviction, even where no conviction was recorded, can often still have an impact on your life as there are situations where you are required to disclose it. Below are some examples of how you may be impacted if you … Continue reading What are the possible impacts of being convicted of a Criminal Offence?
If you have been found guilty after trial and consider there was an error made during the trial, or if you have been sentenced and consider the sentence imposed was too harsh you have the option to appeal those decisions. It is recommended that you seek legal advice as soon as possible if you are … Continue reading Appealing a Court Decision
If you have been charged with a criminal or traffic offence in Queensland, the proceedings will commence in the Magistrates Court in your district. Depending on the charge, it will then either be finalised in that court, or will be committed to the District or Supreme Court for finalisation. mAGISTRATES cOURT The Magistrate’s Court is … Continue reading Which Queensland Courts can hear Criminal Matters?
