Double Jeopardy
“A person can not be twice punished… for the same act or omission…” Double jeopardy is a fundamental and integral part of our legal system. It prevents a… Read More »Double Jeopardy
February 2014
A Notable Issue
Recently the High Court published its judgment in the case of Mark Sharne Smith v The State of Western Australia [2014] HCA 3. The case relates to the… Read More »A Notable Issue
Changes to Youth Justice Act Slammed
The Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service in Queensland (ATSILS), have written a joint letter to the United Nations, urging… Read More »Changes to Youth Justice Act Slammed
Financial Advisor Charged Over Death of Spiritual Counsellor
Mr Trung Ma, a financial advisor has been charged over the death of Hugo Bonham, a Gold Coast spiritual counsellor. Mr Bonham was last seen on the 2nd… Read More »Financial Advisor Charged Over Death of Spiritual Counsellor
New Juvenile Laws Will Stifle Rehab Opportunities
Criminal Lawyers Brisbane at Bosscher Lawyers’ Anna Smith has told media that the Newman Government’s new juvenile offender law reforms, will stifle a young person’s chances at a… Read More »New Juvenile Laws Will Stifle Rehab Opportunities
Daniel Morcombe Murder Trial Begins
Prosecutors opened their case in Brisbane’s Supreme Court today against Brett Peter Cowan, the man accused of killing 13-year-old Daniel as he allegedly tried to molest him at… Read More »Daniel Morcombe Murder Trial Begins
“Political Dribble at Best”
Premier Campbell Newman this week accused defence lawyers of being hired guns, claiming that they are a part of the criminal gang machine and that they ‘take money… Read More »“Political Dribble at Best”
Bikies Told To Stay Away From Court
Over 20 alleged bikies were informed by their lawyers that they should stay away from court, or possibly face further charges on Tuesday. Individuals with connections to criminal… Read More »Bikies Told To Stay Away From Court