Assaulting a Public Officer in WA

Assaulting a public officer/ police officer in Western Australia is a significant offence with substantial penalties. If you have a weapon or are with others, you can receive up to 10 years imprisonment. Otherwise, your sentence could be up to seven years. Additionally, you can be fined up to $36,000. Penalties are at the discretion…

Unlawful Wounding in WA

Have You Been Charged? Contact Us for Legal Advice Have you been charged with unlawful wounding? It is vital for you to understand that this offence is significant and carries a punishment of up to five years in jail. If the offence is aggravated, the maximum jail sentence is seven years. The Criminal Code Act…

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Stalking Offences Perth WA

Stalking is a serious criminal offence in Western Australia identified by the pursuit of another person with the intent to intimidate them. The offence carries consequences that include fines or jail time. However, the burden of proof is on the prosecution, and the experienced experts at WN Legal understand what is necessary to defend these…

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Preview Sentencing and Conviction Order

There are many factors that can affect the sentencing process and the range of likely sentencing outcomes. During Sentencing, the Court Considers the Following Factors: The prior good character of a person; The circumstances of offending; The aggravating factors; The mitigating factors; The seriousness of offending. The insight of the offender; Whether the offender shows…

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Mobile Phone Use While Driving

Mobile Phone Use While Driving I was caught driving while using a mobile phone but I was not even holding the mobile phone. It was on my lap! What do I do? Under regulation 265 of the Road Traffic Code 2000 (WA), a driver of the vehicle must not use a mobile phone while the vehicle is moving, or…

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Reckless Driving & Dangerous Driving Lawyers Perth

Reckless Driving & Dangerous Driving Offences I am charged with Reckless Driving and/or Dangerous Driving. What is the difference between Dangerous Driving as compared to Careless Driving or Reckless Driving? What does the Prosecution need to prove to find me guilty for Dangerous Driving or Reckless Driving? In generic terms, Careless Driving carries a lighter…

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Careless Driving Lawyers

Carless Driving The Police said that they saw me swerving and charged me with Careless Driving. What do I do? The legal test for careless driving is whether the driver has driven ‘without due care or attention, or without reasonable consideration of other persons using the road’ It is a stressful moment when you notice…