The Magistrate Early Referral Into Treatment (MERIT) is a pre-sentencing diversion initiative that targets adult defendants with illicit drug use issues who are motivated to undertake rehabilitation. It is designed to allow eligible defendants to engage in supervised drug treatment as part of their bail conditions. Purpose of the MERIT Program The primary goals of […]
Weird and Wacky Wills
It is estimate that over half of all Australians do not have a will, this can often lead to problems when dealing with the deceased’s estate. You should give careful consideration to your wishes when you die and who should inherit your estate. That being said, a will is often used for some weird […]
Is a reverse mortgage really a good idea?
A reverse mortgage is essentially money being advanced to a person who owns their home. There are no repayments and the loan amount and accumulated interest is deducted from the sale of the property. Reverse mortgages need to be treated with great care, the interest on these lines of credit can be so great […]
Is Intimidation a crime in NSW?
Yes, the offence is stalking, or intimidation is under section 13 the Crimes (Domestic & Personal Violence) Act 2007. The penalty for this offence is 50 penalty units and/or 5 years imprisonment. What is intimidation? conduct (including cyber-bullying) amounting to harassment or molestation of the person, or an approach made to the person […]
Demerit points, Refusal of licence and suspension in NSW
Demerit Points are part of a licensing system used by Transport for NSW formally Roads and Maritime Service (RMS). Most offences in NSW have a monetary fine and demerit point penalty attached to them. When do I get my demerit points back & when do they reset? These points “reset” or are not counted […]
I have been served a Domestic Violence Evidence in Chief Video (DVEC), What is this?
A Domestic Violence Evidence in Chief Video (DVEC) is a recorded statement either in audio or video form from the compliant/alleged victim. This DVEC then forms the evidence of the alleged victim in a defended hearing. It is a criminal offence to publish the DVEC on the internet or provide copies without permission. (Criminal […]