It is a well-known fact that it is a crime to possess certain items in Queensland. For example, the Weapons Act makes it illegal to possess weapons such as a switchblade knife. It can also be a criminal offence under the Summary Offences Act to possess certain items if they are to be used for …
“You have the right to remain silent”. This is a phrase we hear so often that it’s almost become a cliché. In fact, if you were to ask someone to name a legal right that they know they have, they would probably tell you that they have the right to silence. Despite this, we at …
If you are stopped by the Queensland police, you may be tempted to pull out your mobile phone to record them interacting with you. By doing so, you would have a video record of what was said and done by the police in case there was a dispute later. However, do you know if you …
In today’s digital age, it is normal to turn to the Internet to find answers for our everyday problems. What is the weather forecast? Check Google. How to make banana bread? Check Google. Who won the last season of The Bachelor? Check Google. There is no denying that the Internet is an incredible source of …
If you have been charged with a traffic offence in Queensland, you potentially face serious consequences. These could range from a lengthy licence disqualification to actual imprisonment. It is therefore important that you seek legal advice to ensure that your rights are protected and that you receive the correct outcome. The best thing that you …
If you were asked to name some of the reasons why a person might end up going to jail, you would probably name offences such as selling drugs, assaulting someone or serious theft. You might however be surprised to hear that driving while disqualified is one of the most common reasons why a person can be sent to prison in …