In what circumstances can charges be dismissed by the Court after an offender enters a plea of guilty.
Criminal Law
Definition of a Mobile Phone
The Transport Operations (Road Use Management – Road Rules) Regulation has been amended to insert a new definition for a mobile phone.
Shake up for Electric Scooters
In response to the public’s demands to crack down on the misuse of e-scooters, the transport minister announced new rules and increased penalties from 1 November 2022.
Gel Blaster Enthusiasts Potentially in the Firing Line of Queensland’s Replica Gun Laws
The Queensland Government does not view gel blasters as mere toys and under the current laws, gel blasters should only be possessed or acquired in a restricted set of circumstances.
New Road Rules aimed to protect Emergency Service Vehicles
Commencing 16 September 2022 motorists will be required to slow down and move over when emergency service vehicles are present alongside the road, or risk being penalised.
Increased Penalties for Traffic Offences
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As the financial year rolls around it’s common to see increases in costs. The Qld government has increased penalties for a range of traffic offences.
Commissioner of Police v Stjernqvist
A recent decision of His Honour Judge Lynham of the District Court at Townsville has made clear that Courts sentencing persons convicted of evading police must impose a fine.
New Mandatory Report of Child Sexual Offences
New laws have passed requiring adults to report details of child sexual offences, or risk imprisonment for failing to report to Police.
New Mobile Phone Laws
Changes to Queensland driving laws on 26 July 2021 has broadened the definition of “using” a mobile phone.
Report on Alleged Loophole in DV Laws Not Accurate
A Queensland newspaper editorial appears to raise an alarming “loophole” in the law regarding DV offenders, however, the editorial did not present an accurate report of the state of the law.
News
Preparing for Compliance with the Child Safe Standards under the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024
Claiming an executor’s commission
Do’s and Don’ts for Separated Parents
Superannuation Death Benefits and Estate Planning: What You Need to Know
50 years in Law
Five Decades, One Workplace: Mackay Woman Honoured for 50 Years in Law
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