Four things to consider if you’ve been charged with drug possession
So, you’ve been charged with drug possession? The courts view drug possession charges very seriously, so you can’t write it off like it didn’t happen. If you are caught with drugs by a police officer, they can either issue you with an on the spot fine of $400 or a court attendance notice to attend court on a later date. […]
Media reporting of criminal matters
Having your name or picture published in the media in relation to a crime alleged against you can have a domino effect on your life. Even if you are acquitted of the charges, your reputation may never mend. Australia has a system of open justice. This means that in general, the media is able to […]
Applying for bail in NSW – a short guide for family members and support people
Can you imagine a situation where one of your family members gets arrested by police out of the blue? It can be a very stressful time and when its family, it’s important you can provide the best possible support. The team at Kingston Fox Lawyers wrote this piece to help family members better understand the […]
Newsflash: new penalties for drivers caught drink driving
Low range, novice and special range drivers Affected drivers include first-time, low range drink driving offenders who, if caught, can receive an immediate 3-month licence suspension and an on-the-spot fine of $561. This zero-tolerance approach means that for drivers caught drink driving at the low, novice or special-range level for the first time, police have […]
