What is the charge 'Unlawful Use of motor Vehicle'? Unlawful use of a motor vehicle (UUMV) is the crime of using a motor vehicle, vessel or aircraft without the consent of the lawful owner. It carries a maximum penalty of 7 years imprisonment. Importantly, any person in the vehicle as a passenger will also be … Continue reading Spotlight on ‘Unlawful Use of Motor Vehicle’
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’
What is Fraud? Fraud involves a person dishonestly doing any of the following things: Obtaining property from someone elseConvincing someone to deliver property to someone elseObtaining a benefit from somebody elseCausing detriment to somebody elseUsing property belonging to somebody else (in whole or in part)Convincing a person to do something that they are lawfully entitled … Continue reading Spotlight on ‘Fraud’
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’
Mobile phone laws in Queensland are in place to ensure that yourself and other road users are safe whilst driving. It is illegal to hold a mobile phone in your hand or to have it resting on any part of your body when driving. It applies even if you are stopped in traffic or at … Continue reading Using a Mobile Phone Whilst Driving
