The principle In De Simoni[i], Gibbs CJ held, at [389], that: “[A] judge, in imposing sentence, is entitled to consider all the conduct of the accused, including that which would …
Lynette’s Law: ‘Grossly Offensive Behaviour’ to be criminalised in Victoria
On 21 June 2022, in the State Parliament of Victoria, a draft bill was introduced aimed at punishing individuals who are found to commit acts of ‘Grossly offensive behaviour’. Known …
NSW Sexual Consent Reform
An amendment that clarifies and removes ambiguities regarding sexual consent On 23 November 2021, the NSW Parliament has passed the latest bill proposing amendments to sexual assault cases regarding sexual …
Japan Child Abduction & Alienation
A recent case has drawn international attention for the wrong reasons. Australian man, Scott McIntyre, was detained for 45 days in Tokyo, Japan for attempting to locate his children. Mr …
Compensation for False Imprisonment
When Musa Konneh launched a class action against his mistaken arrest by police for breach of bail, he opened the door for other disadvantaged young people to do the same, …