Criminal Lawyers

The sex offender’s register is a central information register for the storage of data on individuals who have been convicted of registrable sex offences. Anyone who has been convicted of a registrable sex offence may have their information and personal details stored on the register.

Read More - Sex Offender’s Register – Implications & Responsibilities

Drink driving charges can be tricky to navigate, as there are various offences and penalties that fall under the umbrella of ‘drink driving’. Mandatory penalties introduced in early 2018 made Victorian Traffic Law arguably the harshest in Australia.

Read More - Drink Driving Penalties in Victoria – Important Updates

There are numerous myths on disputing a speeding fine. The simple rule is that if you are caught exceeding the speed limit, you are guilty of an offence. The penalties for speeding are based upon the amount you exceed the speed limit.

Read More - Life in the fast lane – can you contest a speeding fine?

It is a criminal offence to evade or attempt to evade paying tax. You may be charged with Tax Evasion if you deliberately evade or attempt to evade paying tax. ‘Evade’ means to escape or avoid. This can be by deliberately doing something or by deliberately not doing something. For example, if you claim illegitimate or fake expenses or underreport your income, you could be charged with Tax Evasion. Similarly, if you engage in work on a cash-in-hand basis and do not report earnings as income tax, you could also be charged with Tax Evasion.

Read more about tax evasion.

A Court Order is a mechanism used by the Courts to administer justice. The Court may impose certain orders when deciding your case. There are several types of Court Orders.

Read more about breaching court orders here.