Legal dramas are incredibly popular in Australia, because there is something so satisfying about seeing criminal justice meted out in an easy to follow one-hour slot. Criminal lawyers tend to be shown as mavericks, who make their own rules inside and outside of the court. In real life criminal lawyers have to abide by rules of law and legal process in the same way that prosecution and judges also follow strict legal processes.
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As penalties for drink driving charges have increased, it is now possible to lose your driving licence for one offense on a double demerit day such as a public holiday. Even if you have not been caught on a double demerit penalty period, it's all too easy to lose your licence for a few very minor traffic offenses. That is why you should be very careful if you get a high breathalyser reading.
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In case you or a family member is a victim of statutory rape, you need to consult a criminal lawyer. Rape cases are very tricky, and if you are not persistent, the guilty party could easily get away with the crime. The following is a basic background of what statutory rape entails.
What is Statutory Rape?
This refers to sexual relations that involve someone who is under the age of consent.
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Criminal trials can be long and tiresome, especially if you do not know the procedure. If you are the defendant in such a case, you will be better off knowing what to expect. The entire process is summed up in five key parts:
Jury Selection and Opening Statements
In jury selection, your lawyer and the prosecutor work together with a judge to determine the best candidate for the task. Each juror is asked some questions by the lawyers to determine whether they are objective.
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Have you recently been in an accident and are trying to claim personal injury compensation, but don't know how much you are going to get? Typically, in a personal injury case there will be standard factors that determine what the final payout will be. By understanding what these are you might have a rough idea of what amount you can expect to get before the case even begins.
Emotional Distress
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