We are excited to have been recognised for the third year running and just after our third birthday as a leading criminal defence firm in Sydney in the 2020 Doyles Guide. Read more…
Spotlight: Use carriage service to menace, harass or cause offence
Using a carriage service to menace, harass or cause offence is a Commonwealth offence that attracts a maximum penalty of 3 years imprisonment. What’s a carriage service? What are the likely penalties? We shine the spotlight on what type of conduct it involves, what the prosecution must prove and the penalties that might be imposed. Read on here.
When criminal law and family law collide
Criminal law matters and family law matters can take a huge toll on the people involved. Both can be highly emotional experiences, often with huge stakes on the line. But what about when the two intertwine? Read on to find out more about what might happen if you’re charged with a criminal offence while you have family law matters on foot.
Will I be convicted?
Will I be convicted if I plead guilty – as criminal defence lawyers, this is a question we get asked almost daily. Have you been charged with an offence are are worried about the outcome? Read more here about sentencing options available to the court including conviction and non-conviction outcomes.
Legal professional privilege - what is it and when does it apply?
The relationship between a lawyer and client is hugely important and is based on trust. Legal professional privilege is one of the most important protections a person has when they engage a lawyer to act on their behalf. What is it and when does it apply? Read on to find out more.
Judge alone trials
The Criminal Procedure Act (NSW) allows for applications to be made by both an accused person and the prosecution for a trial to be heard by judge alone - with no jury. Ordinarily, there are advantages and disadvantages to making that application. In the time of the pandemic though, those considerations have changed. Read on here for more info.
ADVOs and domestic violence charges - first steps
What happens when you’ve been charged with a domestic violence offence and have been given an interim ADVO by police? What does it all mean and how can we help you? Read on to find out more.
COVID-19 - New laws for criminal matters
The NSW Government has today passed a suite of new laws to deal with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. What does this mean for criminal matters? There are new police powers, consideration for early parole of prisoners, changes to domestic violence matters and changes to the way in which courts will operate. Read on to find out more.
Drugs and music festivals
The NSW government has recently introduced drug amnesty bins in an attempt to prevent drug related deaths at festivals. Even so, police will still be in attendance at festivals and will take action where drugs are brought it. If you attend festivals, you should be aware of what the police can do and what legal implications there are if you are found in possession of a prohibited substance. Read on for more info…
Cybercrime Series Part 2 - Other Commonwealth computer offences
Cybercrime offences fall into a large number of categories. In Part 1 of this Cybercrime series we took a look at Serious Computer Crimes under the Commonwealth Criminal Code. In Part 2, we look at other Commonwealth computer offences under the Criminal Code.
Cybercrime Series - Commonwealth serious computer offences
Cybercrime has come to encompass a broad range of offence categories. Cybercrime encompasses crimes that are directed at computers and other similar technology which results in hacking, online fraud, online distribution of child exploitation material, money laundering and identity theft. In the first article in the Cybercrime series, we take a look at Commonwealth serious computer offences.
Going to court for your criminal matter - FAQs
Going to court for the first time can be a daunting and nerve-racking time. Here are some answers to questions we are commonly asked.
Criminal cartel prosecutions in the Federal Court - Part 2
What is criminal cartel conduct? It can generally be described as an agreement between business competitors to act together rather than in competition with each other to do such things as fix prices, share markets, rig bids and to limit supply to consumers. The ACCC offers immunity for reporting of criminal cartel conduct. Read on to find out more.
Corporate criminal prosecutions in the Federal Court - Part 1
In March 2019, the Federal Government announced funding of $35 million to support the expansion of the Federal Court into corporate crime. It is anticipated that there will a large increase in the investigation and prosecution of corporate crime as a result of the Royal Commission into Misconduct in Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry and ASIC’s renewed vigour and focus on litigation.
Travelling Part 2 - criminal law implications on return from overseas
What should you be aware of when you return to Australia on an international flight? Immigration clearance, customs control and quarantine risks. What about when Customs officers ask you questions? What is a protected suspect? Read on to find out what you should be aware of when you return from overseas.
Travelling to the World Cup? What to be aware of when travelling overseas
Heading off to the Rugby World Cup this year? Travelling to a relaxing beach escape? Lucky you! Even if you’ve travelled before, there are lots of things to keep in mind when you are travelling overseas. Just like those airline safety videos – even if you’ve seen it once, it’salways good to have a reminder! Here’s some pointers …
Kingston Fox Lawyers - Leading criminal defence firm 2019
Exciting news for Kingston Fox Lawyers! For the second year running and in the second year of our operation, Kingston Fox Lawyers has been recognised by fellow criminal defence solicitors and barristers as a leading criminal defence firm in New South Wales for 2019.
Crime related podcasts - our top picks!
Crime related podcasts are in the top 20 of podcasts listened to in Australia and world wide - they are just so popular! Because we practice exclusively in criminal law at Kingston Fox Lawyers, we really enjoy listening to crime related podcasts – and we have put together a list of some of our favourites.
Legal Jargon - what does it all mean?
We think that when you sit down to talk with your lawyer, it’s really important that your lawyer breaks things down and uses every day language. Hopefully that means that you feel comfortable, and most importantly, that you understand what is going on. Read on to find a list of words and phrases that you might encounter if you are being investigated by police or charged with an offence.
For us it's personal - how we help our clients with their criminal law matters
Being charged with a criminal offence can be an overwhelming and daunting experience. This is especially so if this is your first encounter with police or other investigators and the courts. Read on to find out how we help you through the process.