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Trial exposes culture of snitches
30/09/2011
FOR as long as there have been crooks there have been snitches, but only after his death was Carl Williams revealed as one of them.
Electronic Discovery
6/06/2011
A Melbourne law firm is proving that technology can make business better and life easier.
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First Offence Commonwealth Charges
First Offence Commonwealth Charges
If you find yourself facing a Commonwealth charge and this is your first offence, the laws relating to your case may be different. As Melbourne lawyers with extensive experience in a number of fields, including Commonwealth law, we can advise you of the best way to handle your specific matter and any way in which the laws may differ for your first offence.
The Commonwealth Department of Public Prosecutions lay commonwealth charges in a broad range of areas, from terrorism or importing drugs charges, to charges relating to businesses and companies. If you wish to find information on a Commonwealth charge, go to the list of offences in the Criminal law menu. If there is not a charge listed for the charge you seek, make an appointment to come and talk to us. We will explain the law to you and discuss a strategy for your matter.
Centrelink fraud or defrauding the Commonwealth is a very common offence. In the event of Centrelink fraud, our expert advice can assist in avoiding a conviction.
We have great experience in Commonwealth law matters. We acted for the main accused in the longest running Commonwealth criminal prosecution ands we have a comprehensive familiarity with their systems (such as the Promis database they use for large briefs). This gives us an advantage in Commonwealth charges as we are aware of the material they will not have provided you.
If you have been charged with a Commonwealth criminal offence, you will need legal representation, please contact us immediately by calling 03 9670 5111 or book an appointment to meet with one of our lawyers.
Centrelink fraud or defrauding the Commonwealth is a very common offence. In the event of Centrelink fraud, our expert advice can assist in avoiding a conviction.
We have great experience in Commonwealth law matters. We acted for the main accused in the longest running Commonwealth criminal prosecution ands we have a comprehensive familiarity with their systems (such as the Promis database they use for large briefs). This gives us an advantage in Commonwealth charges as we are aware of the material they will not have provided you.
If you have been charged with a Commonwealth criminal offence, you will need legal representation, please contact us immediately by calling 03 9670 5111 or book an appointment to meet with one of our lawyers.
