Hamilton Janke Lawyers in Newcastle, New South Wales | Criminal lawyer

Hamilton Janke Lawyers

Locality: Newcastle, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4038 1666

Address: 2 Dick Street 2302 Newcastle, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au

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23.01.2022 In NSW, the law recognises that a person can protect themselves when they are being physically attacked or are faced with a threat of physical violence. However, the extent to which violence can be used in ‘self-defence’ depends on the circumstances and the extent of the threat faced. In our latest blog, we explain when self defence can be relied upon. Need advice or representation for a criminal matter?... Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/yeah-but-i-did-it-in-self/

22.01.2022 NSW forensic mental health laws are set to change as a result of the Mental Health and Cognitive Impairment Forensic Provisions Act 2020. Whilst the Act is yet to come into force, in our latest blog we explain the changes that will be introduced. Need advice or representation for a criminal matter? Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666... Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/mental-health-laws-in-nsw/ See more

20.01.2022 The NSW Government has announced major changes to NSW’s mobile speed camera program, which includes an increase in enforcement hours, a reduction in high visibility livery on vehicles and, most significantly, the removal of warning signs. Read our latest blog to learn more about these changes. Need advice or representation for a criminal matter... Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/no-more-warning-signs-for/

17.01.2022 If you have pleaded or been found guilty of a criminal offence, your matter will progress to sentencing. You might be wondering ‘how does the court decide on an appropriate sentence?’ We’ve compiled a list of factors that a judge may take into account. Need advice or representation for a criminal matter?... Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/im-being-sentenced-for-a-/

15.01.2022 DOUBLE DEMERITS NOW IN FORCE Double demerits commence 24 December 2020 until midnight 3 January 2021 inclusive. REMEMBER: Mobile Phone Detection Cameras are being enforced and fines issued. Drivers caught using their phones during a double demerit period will incur a $457 fine and 10 demerits.... Hamilton Janke Lawyers will be available across the Christmas and New Year period. If you need advice or representation, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected]

15.01.2022 The courts are generally closed over the holiday season, so what happens if you or a loved one is accused of a serious crime and police refuse to let you out of custody? Will you have to wait until the holidays are over before you can be brought before a court to apply for bail? Our latest blog answers all of these questions and explains the bail process. Hamilton Janke Lawyers will be available across the Christmas and New Year period. If you or a loved one need advice or r...epresentation, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Need advice or representation for a criminal matter? Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/bail-over-christmas-perio/

15.01.2022 NSW is the first jurisdiction in Australia to legislate against modern slavery. However, the Act has not yet commenced meaning its directions are not yet in force. In our latest blog, we explain the provisions the Act seeks to introduce. Need advice or representation for a criminal matter?... Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/modern-slavery-the-nsw-la/

13.01.2022 Polygraph tests, also known as ‘lie detector tests’, have been a fixture in crime novels, films and TV shows for decades. However, are they admissible in Court? In our latest blog, we explain the law in NSW surrounding lie detector tests. Need advice or representation for a criminal matter... Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/lie-detector-tests-in-nsw/

12.01.2022 The team at Hamilton Janke Lawyers wishes everyone all the best for the New Year. Don't forget that the double demerits period will continue until 11:59pm on 3 January 2021. Hamilton Janke Lawyers will be available across the New Year festive period. If you need advice or representation, please don’t hesitate to contact us.... Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected]

11.01.2022 A new pilot scheme seeks to ‘send a clear message that drug-related crime will not be tolerated in our community and continue to support the important work that police do every day in fighting crime on our streets’. However, the measures proposed borders double punishment as individuals subject to an order face extra monitoring on the basis of a crime for which they have already served been punished for. In our latest blog, we explain the measures the Drug Supply Prohibitio...n Order Pilot Scheme Bill 2020 seeks to introduce. Need advice or representation for a criminal matter?Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/nsws-war-on-drugs-drug-su/

11.01.2022 Whilst Donald Trump may be claiming ‘fraud’ in the US Presidential Election, in our latest blog we explain the law in NSW surrounding Fraud and Fraud Related Offences. Need advice or representation for a criminal matter? Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666... Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/fraud-and-fraud-related-o/

10.01.2022 Following Australia Day celebrations in January of this year, Raiders player Curtis Scott was charged with several offences including assault and resist officer in the execution of duty. However, on Wednesday, the court was shown a body-worn video of the arrest which prompted some charges to be withdrawn. In our latest blog, we explain the circumstances surrounding Curtis Scott’s case as well as the law in NSW relating to the use of reasonable force during an arrest. Need ad...vice or representation for a criminal matter? Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/reasonable-force/

10.01.2022 DOUBLE DEMERITS NOW IN FORCE Double demerits commenced at midnight last night and will continue until 11:59pm Monday 5 October. REMEMBER: Mobile Phone Detection Cameras are being enforced and fines issued. Drivers caught using their phones during a double demerit period will incur a $457 fine and 10 demerits.... Motorists should also expect to see an increased police presence on the state’s roads with police continuing to target dangerous driver behaviour, including speeding, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, seatbelt and helmet compliance, and mobile phone/driver distractions. Need advice or representation for a traffic matter? Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected]

09.01.2022 In NSW, the Graffiti Control Act 2008 (NSW) prescribes criminal offences and penalties which aim to reduce the amount of graffiti and deter people from marking buildings, public transport and other public places. In our latest blog, we explain the consequences of ‘intentionally marking’ property and/or premises. Need advice or representation for a criminal matter?... Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/graffiti-offences-in-nsw-/

09.01.2022 Recent changes to domestic violence laws will provide greater safeguards for victims of domestic violence and also see the meaning of intimidation expanded to include harm to an animal. Read our latest blog to learn more about these changes. If you are a defendant in this type of proceeding, it is in your interests to have a lawyer who is aware of the applicable law and how it might affect your case as an accused. ... Need advice or representation for a criminal matter? Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/domestic-violence-reforms/

05.01.2022 Former senior detective, Gary Jubelin, has lost his appeal against convictions of illegally recording conversations during the William Tyrrell investigation. Jubelin was found guilty in April of illegally recording four conversations with a person of interest in the case and fined $10,000. In our latest blog we explain the law in NSW regarding listening devices and recording of a private conversation, as well as the strict penalties that apply. Need advice or representation ...for a criminal matter? Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/can-i-record-a-conversati/ See more

04.01.2022 The team at Hamilton Janke Lawyers wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and all the best for the New Year. Hamilton Janke Lawyers will be available across the Christmas and New Year period. If you need advice or representation, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7... Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] See more

04.01.2022 Sorry, I need to look after my cat. I’m allergic to air conditioning. I can’t serve as a juror because I’ll fall asleep in the trial. All of these have been rejected by courts as a reason to be excused from Jury Duty. In our latest blog, we explain how jury duty works and your obligations if you are required to serve a member of a jury. Need advice or representation for a criminal matter?... Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/excuses-excuses-excuses-d/

04.01.2022 You can’t ask that! However, at Hamilton Janke Lawyers we understand that you may have a number of question about the court process and how your matter will be handled. In our latest video, we answer commonly asked questions from our clients to ease any of your concerns. If you or someone you know needs advice or representation for a criminal law matter the team at Hamilton Janke Lawyers will be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7.... Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] See more

02.01.2022 By law, a court can’t send a person to prison unless it is satisfied that no penalty other than imprisonment is appropriate. In our latest blog, we explain the alternative penalties available upon sentence. Need advice or representation for a criminal matter?... Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/ive-been-found-guilty-of-/

02.01.2022 The jury in both the Jack de Belin and Jarryd Hayne trials were unable to reach a verdict. In our latest blog, we explain the role of the Jury and when a Jury can be discharged in NSW. Need advice or representation for a criminal matter... Call Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7. Ph: 4038 1666 Email: [email protected] https://www.hamiltonjanke.com.au/jury-unable-to-reach-a-ve/