Character References Character references can be very effective material in a sentencing hearing in Queensland. The material contained in the reference can be relied upon to persuade a Judicial Officer that you are otherwise of good character, have a good employment history and/or have good prospects of rehabilitation. It can also assist in demonstrating the … Continue reading A guide to providing a Character reference for use in Court
Alcohol Ignition Interlock Program The Alcohol Ignition Interlock Program is designed for drivers who are convicted of high-risk drink driving offences. The purpose of this program is to provide assistance to drink drivers to separate drinking and driving when they get their licence back. There have been some recent amendments that came into effect in … Continue reading What is the Alcohol Ignition Interlock Program and do I have to participate in it?
What is a special hardship order (SHO)? A special hardship order is a court order that allows a driver with a suspended provisional or open licence to continue driving under specific and restricted conditions. This order is sought by people who have had their licence suspended through the loss of demerit points but need to … Continue reading Applying for a Special Hardship Order (SHO)
Right to Silence A fundamental common law right that is protected in Australia is your right to remain silent. This right is then enshrined at a state level in Queensland in section 397 of the Police Powers and Responsibility Act 2000 (Qld) (‘PPRA’). Section 397 of the PPRA states that a person has the right … Continue reading Do I have to answer questions by a police officer or provide any information?
If you have been charged with an offence related to drugs in Queensland you will be required to attend the local Magistrates Court in the first instance. There are some drug charges that can be determined in the Magistrates Court either on a plea of guilty or not guilty. There are, however, some drug charges … Continue reading Will my drug charges be finalised in the Magistrates, District or Supreme Court?
