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If you’ve been charged with a criminal offence in NSW and have received a court attendance notice to appear at Parramatta Local Court, it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed or unsure about what’s ahead. Whether it’s your first time attending court or you’ve been through the process before, understanding what to expect — and how […]

By Criminal Lawyers Group 20/08/2025 For many people across New South Wales, driving is an everyday necessity. But driving without the proper legal authority can quickly escalate into a serious criminal matter. At Criminal Lawyers Group, we regularly represent clients charged with driving without a licence or driving while disqualified. While both are offences involving

SERIOUS CHARGES. SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES. When assault occurs in a domestic setting and causes actual injury, it can lead to a charge of Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm (AOABH). In New South Wales, this is a serious criminal offence—especially when alleged in the context of domestic violence. At Criminal Lawyers Group, we have extensive experience defending

Section 14 of the Mental Health and Cognitive Impairment Forensic Provisions Act 2020 (NSW) offers a crucial diversionary route for defendants whose mental health or cognitive impairment played a significant role in their offending. Rather than progressing through conventional criminal proceedings, such individuals may be diverted into treatment and support options via magistrates’ orders. WHAT IS

WHAT IS RECKLESS GBH? Under the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW), “grievous bodily harm” (GBH) is defined in section 4 as: “… any permanent or serious disfigurement, the destruction (other than in the course of a medical procedure or a termination of a pregnancy in accordance with the Abortion Law Reform Act 2019) of the foetus

Being charged with affray in Sydney can be a confronting experience. Often misunderstood, affray is a serious criminal offence that can carry heavy penalties—including prison time—even for first-time offenders. If you’ve been charged or are under investigation, understanding your legal options is critical. This is where experienced affray criminal lawyers can make all the difference.

Drug possession charges are among the most common criminal offences in Sydney. While many people may consider them minor offences, the legal consequences can be serious—especially when handled without proper legal guidance. If you’ve been charged or are under investigation for drug possession, understanding your rights and seeking the help of experienced drug lawyers is

COMMUNITY CORRECTION ORDERS (CCOS) IN NSW A Community Correction Order (CCO) is a non‑custodial sentencing option under the Crimes (Sentencing Procedure) Act 1999 (NSW). It enables courts to enforce community-based conditions rather than imprisonment, striking a balance between accountability, rehabilitation, and public safety. Under Section 8(1) of the Act, a court may impose a CCO only

Conditional Release Orders (CROs) were introduced in New South Wales as a sentencing reform under the Crimes (Sentencing Procedure) Amendment (Sentencing Options) Act 2017, coming into law on 24 September 2018. They replaced the old s 10(1)(b) “good behaviour bonds” under the Crimes (Sentencing Procedure) Act 1999 (NSW) (Judicial Commission of NSW). A CRO allows a

  When facing criminal charges, your future, freedom, and reputation are on the line. Whether it’s a minor offence or a serious criminal allegation, having the right legal representation in Sydney can make all the difference. Criminal law is complex and navigating the justice system without expert advice can lead to costly mistakes. That’s why