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Criminal Laws (Part 2): Idealism With Dangerous Implications
Balancing between freedoms, rights and safety for all people is the dilemma encountered in any good government.
Criminal Laws (Part 1): A Loss Of Everyone’s Rights
The Queensland State Government has passed the Vicious Lawless Association Disestablishment Act 2013 (“the Act“) which has the potential to have far reaching consequences on every individual and group, not just bikies.
Federal Circuit Court: When Did Separation Occur?
This article focusses on the situation where the Federal Circuit Court had reason to consider the circumstances of separation, the date of separation and how they both related to property settlement.
Government To Name & Shame Young Offenders: Is This Really The Best Approach?
Queensland Attorney-General Jarrod Bleijie announced new laws to be introduced into Parliament as early as next year, allowing child offenders aged 10 to 16 to be given one chance before being named and shamed.
Gender Dysphoria: At What Stage Can Parents & Children Consent To Irreversible Processes?
In a short period of time the Family Court of Australia had a number of “special medical procedure” applications to consider.They concerned a condition known as gender dysphoria – where a child is born as one sex but assimilates identities and associates as being of the opposite sex.
Is Religion Or Faith Above The Law In Family Law Proceedings? What Is A Court To Do?
On 27 August 2013, Judge Burchardt sitting in the Federal Circuit Court of Australia, Melbourne, handed down judgment following an extraordinary situation where a litigant in person refused to acknowledge the jurisdiction of the court or to answer questions from the bench based on his religion.
G20 Safety & Security Bill: Are Rights & Freedoms Being Silenced?
The G20 (Safety and Security) Bill 2013 is before the State Parliament.
Estate Planning For Blended Families
Estate planning for blended families requires accurate advice and detailed consideration. In our experience estate planning for couples was simplified to the mere preparation of a will. While this is appropriate in many situations, it may not actually guarantee that your wishes are fulfilled.
Privacy? Police Tracking Drivers Using Number Plates
Continuing from our earlier criminal law articles, concerning loss of privacy and attempts to strip away judicial responsibilities, is the new disturbing announcement of a trial where Queensland Police will now be tracking drivers through number plate recognition technology.
Government Stripping Judicial Powers: Removal Of Court Ordered Parole & Suspended Sentences
A topic that has continued to receive considerable attention, both in online commentary and in what our lawyers have been hearing from people raising it at social gatherings, has been the proposal by Government to strip away powers from the Queensland judiciary.
Police/Government: Phone Records/Go Cards: What To Do When They Are Used Against You
A critical balance must be struck by government, in the modern democracy, to ensure the right to privacy of its citizens against the ability to protect and preserve their safety.
Luckily We Haven’t Had To Deal With Any Wills Quite Like The One In This Video Skit…
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