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Are you in trouble with the police?

Have you been accused of a crime or do you expect to be accused of a crime?

Do the police want you to participate in a recorded interview?

If so, you need a criminal lawyer now. Don’t delay – it is critical to get legal advice and representation immediately.

It is in your best interests to speak with a criminal lawyer before you attend the police station and before you consider whether to participate in a recorded interview.

At ConditsisLawyers we understand the anxiety, stress and financial burden you and your family may be experiencing when dealing with a criminal law matter. From general traffic offices and DUI (Driving Under the Influence), through to Assault, Manslaughter or Murder our passionate, logical and ethical approach will help to build a strong professional bond between you and your criminal lawyer. Because we undertake to keep you informed of your rights and options every step of the way, you can be sure that we can help you manage this worrying situation and achieve the best possible outcome.

Our experienced team of criminal lawyers can represent you in all Courts (from the Central Coast and Sydney, New South Wales and Australia) including the Local Court, District Court, Supreme Court, Federal Court and High Court. Our criminal law team includes NSW Law Society Accredited Specialists Manny Conditsis and Samar Singh-Panwar. Because we are specialists with almost 30 years of criminal law experience we have a commanding understanding of criminal law, so you can be confident that you will receive the best possible outcome.

If you’re in trouble with the police, you need to speak with a criminal lawyer today. For the best criminal law advice contact Conditsis Lawyers today on (02) 4324-5688 or email enquiry@conditsis.com.

To find out more about our unrivalled experience and expertise, take a look at some of our Landmark Cases.

We can assist you in any of the following areas of criminal law. Click on the links for more information:

• Apprehended Violence Orders
• Arrests
• Assaults
• Appeals to the Higher Courts
• Bail Applications
• Murder/Manslaughter
• Drug Offences
• Break and Enters
• Centrelink Offences
• Firearms Offences
• Sexual Assault
• Driving Whilst Disqualified, Unlicensed or Suspended
• Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (DUI)
• Driving Under the Influence of Drugs (DUI)
• General Traffic Offences
• Negligent, Reckless or Predatory Driving

Apprehended Violence Orders (AVO’s)

An Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) is made by the Court to protect people by ordering defendants not to do specific things.  The defendant must obey the orders made by the Court.

An AVO takes effect immediately if the defendant is at court when the AVO is made.  If the defendant is not at court when the AVO is made, then it will not take effect until the police give a copy of the AVO to the defendant.  The AVO will last for the period of time set out in the order.

AVO’s can be changed or cancelled by applying to the Court.  Speak to one of our Criminal Lawyers for more information on appealing or revoking AVO’s.

Assaults

Assault is when a person intentionally or recklessly causes another person to fear immediate and unlawful violence, which may or may not include force.  There are different types of assault, for instance Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm, Assaulting Police or Peace Officers, Assault  with Intent to Commit a Felony, Maliciously Inflicting Grievous bodily Harm, Malicious Wounding and Sexual Assault.

There are a number of defences available to someone charged with an assault the most common being that of self defence.  Contact one of our Criminal Lawyers for the best advice in your matter.

Appeals

Although there is an automatic right of Appeal from the Local Court to the District Court in relation to criminal convictions or findings of guilt, time limits do apply and careful consideration needs to be given as to whether to lodge an Appeal.

If it is decided a Conviction Appeal is to be lodged then this means a person disagrees with the Magistrate’s findings that an offence was committed by them and they want to take the matter to the District Court to be re-heard by a Judge.

When lodging a Severity Appeal against the sentence imposed the ideal outcome would be to change a severe sentence, such as a prison sentence, into a non-custodial sentence such as a suspended sentence, home detention, periodic detention or a community service order.  It is important to consult one of our specialised Criminal Lawyers if want to Appeal a decision.  Time limits do apply and there is also the chance a Judge may increase your sentence, so it is imperative you seek quality advice.

Bail Applications

It is extremely important that you seek expert advice when it comes to bail applications.  The current laws make it hard to lodge a second bail application if the first one is unsuccessful.

Most commonly the refusal of bail occurs at the police station, but sometimes prosecutors ask the Court o refuse any bail.

Our Criminal Lawyers will ensure that the bail application is prepared property the first time and if necessary will take the matter to the Supreme Court.

Drug Offences

You can be arrested for various offences relating to drugs, for instance, for buying drugs, dealing drugs or trafficking drugs.  As all drug offences carry a gaol sentence, it is imperative you speak with our specialist Criminal Law team so that you may get expert advice.  We can inform you of the different amounts of individual drugs that constitute the various quantities (for instance, small, indictable, trafficable and commercial).  Although the most common charge is for drug possession, you can also get caught for driving with drugs and failing drug swab testing (the saliva drug test) which has been newly implemented.

If you propose to plead not-guilty it is essential to speak with our Criminal Law team, as there so we can advise you of your chances, details of the Court process and also the penalties you are likely to face if you are found guilty.  If you enter a plea of  ‘Guilty’ to the charge, speaking with one of our Criminal Lawyers can impact greatly on the outcome of your sentence.

Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (DUI)

Losing your drivers licence not only has a huge impact on your family, but can possibly jeopardise your job (especially if you need your licence for work).  So, if you have been charged with Low Range, Middle Range of High Range PCA (Prescribed Content Alcohol) you need to speak to one of our specialist Criminal Lawyers straight away.

We can advise you of the best way to present your case to the Court by assessing the circumstances of your arrest (including if any inappropriate steps were taken by the Police at the time of arrest) and help you decide on an appropriate plea to the Court.  We understand what a stressful time this can be for you and your family and will use our years of experience in getting you the best possible outcome.

Driving Under the Influence of Drugs (DUI)

Recently saliva swab tests to detect certain drugs have been implemented by the new drug RBT.  The test reacts to the presence of certain drugs such as cannabis, ecstasy (or MDMA), methyl amphetamine (ICE) and amphetamine (Speed).  Although this has been a chargeable offence for many years, it was often hard for the police to prove a person was affected by drugs.

With the introduction of the swab test however, many people find themselves charged with Driving Under the Influence of Drugs (DUI) as you do not have to be affected by the drug to be guilty of the offence.  The mere presence of the drug on the swab is sufficient for police to carry out further tests.  Cannabis for example, can stay in the bloodstream for many days after use.

To ensure the best outcome if you have been charged with this offence, contact one of our specialist Criminal Lawyers straight away.

Traffic Offences

You can lose your licence in various ways.  Some offences include being caught for speeding (either by police radar or speed camera), negligent driving, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI), ignoring traffic light signals, using a mobile phone whilst driving or reckless driving.

Losing your licence can have detrimental effects, and will impact on your family commitments and your job (especially if your employer requires you to have a drivers licence).

Speak with one of our Criminal Lawyers for advice on the next steps you should take in relation to your offence.  You may need to consider whether it would be beneficial to your case to complete the Traffic Offenders Program, and if so we can advise you how to do so.