The consequences of being convicted of a Driving Offence can be very serious. At the very least there is a mandatory disqualification of your licence however terms of imprisonment are able to be imposed. Contact our office to seek advice prior to appearing in court.

There are a number of potential defences available to a person charged with assault. We recommend you contact our office to discuss whether a defence may be available in your circumstances. Please see our common assault page for the elements of common assault and the definition…

The maximum penalty for these offences depends upon the age of the complainant and whether any aggravating circumstances are alleged at the time of the offence. In order for consent to be given, it must be given freely and voluntarily by a person with the cognitive capacity to give the consent…

A person who unlawfully kills another under such circumstances as not to constitute murder is guilty of manslaughter. The most contentious element of these offences is that the accused intended to cause death or grievous bodily harm. This is a question for a jury to decide based upon…

Should the Police deem a defendant to be an unacceptable risk of the above matters then they may object to the defendant receiving bail. Should the Police object to a defendant receiving bail they must bring the defendant before the Magistrates Court…

The Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) was formed by the Queensland Government to deal with matters in a way that is accessible, fair, just, economical, informal and quick. It was also formed it take the strain off the Queensland Courts.