The transformation and expansion of racial hatred laws
Australia’s rapidly expanding hate laws raise concerns about subjectivity, constitutional limits and the challenges of enforcement across jurisdictions.
Restorative justice and forum sentencing: a unique opportunity for both victims and offenders
Forum sentencing is a restorative justice program that operates in selected NSW Local Courts as an alternative sentencing option. By STEPHANIE WALLACE and MALINDI SAYLE.
Criminal law: November 2014
Reporting and analysis of the most recent notable decisions of the NSWSC and NSWCCA. By THOMAS SPOHR.
Forensic procedures applications: an overview
The ability to obtain forensic material, which may be used in a case against them, runs contrary to both the traditional right against self-incrimination and,…
The Bail Act 2013: what you need to know
The NSW Law Reform Commission has reviewed and reported on bail reform. The recommendations form the basis of many of the changes brought about by…
The latest from the High Court: June 2014
Reporting and analysis of the latest key judgments from the High Court of Australia. By THOMAS HURLEY.
Criminal law: June 2014
Reporting and analysis of the most recent notable decisions of the NSWSC and NSWCCA. By THOMAS SPOHR.