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What is sexual assault in Qld?
Sexual assault is a serious offence in Queensland, carrying significant legal and personal consequences. This article aims to provide comprehensive information on the nature of sexual assault charges, the legal process, and the importance of obtaining experienced legal representation.
Notice to attend a coercive hearing at the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission
Receiving a notice to attend a coercive hearing at the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission has significant risks and potentially severe outcomes for clients if advice is not received early. Here is what you should know.
Drink driving charges in Qld
Drink driving charges are serious and can affect a person’s job and reputation. Our drink driving lawyers have extensive experience successfully reducing the penalty and disqualification periods for general, mid, and high range drink driving charges in Qld.
What is Animal Law in Qld?
The Animal Care and Protection Act 2001 is to promote the responsible care and use of animals. It places a legal duty of care on people in charge of animals to meet those animals’ needs in an appropriate way.
What is affirmative consent in Queensland and how does it affect rape charges?
Affirmative consent requires each person engaging in a sexual activity to take steps to confirm the other person consents to the activity. Consent cannot be assumed. Read more about how this now affects rape charges in Qld.
What is Coercive Control in Queensland?
Coercive control is a pattern of abusive behaviour aimed at establishing control over another person. It can include emotional, mental and financial abuse, isolation, intimidation, sexual coercion and cyberstalking.
What is Debt Bondage and Slavery in Australia?
Slavery and debt bondage are serious Commonwealth offences under Australian law. They apply to situations where a person is exploited, controlled, or deprived of freedom through coercion, debt, or ownership-like power. Convictions can result in imprisonment for up to 25 years. Learn more about how these offences are proven in court and what prosecutors must establish.
Human trafficking charges in Australia – what you need to know
Human trafficking is a complex criminal offence with serious implications. In this article, we will discuss five pivotal points surrounding the charge of human trafficking in Queensland.