Citizen’s Arrest: What is It? When is It Applicable? A citizen’s arrest can be made when a member of the public witnesses a crime occurring and no police officer is available to apprehend the offender. In Victoria, this power can...
Written by Amelia Ramsay, Associate, Doogue + George Defence Lawyers Regardless of how it happens, you have a right to ask to speak to a lawyer before a police interview proceeds. Interview Dos and Don’ts There are a number of...
Written by Amelia Ramsay, Associate, Doogue + George Defence Lawyers Videoing Police It is hard to find the words to describe the footage of George Floyd. It is the same way I feel about the footage of the officers on...
Written by Sam Cooper, Lawyer, Doogue + George Defence Lawyers The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically affected the day-to-day operation of the justice system. A recent example of this is Victoria Police’s decision to suspend bail reporting conditions from Friday 24...
