Orenstein Lawyers in Geelong, Victoria | Criminal lawyer

Orenstein Lawyers

Locality: Geelong, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9013 5529

Address: 9/21a Gheringhap St 3220 Geelong, VIC, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 First dog nails it again!

25.01.2022 Do you recall this case of ours from earlier this year? http://www.dailymail.co.uk//Victorian-woman-denied-right-b Well the Childrens Court has issued a new practice direction extending the requirement for DHHS to file their notes in apprehension cases to regional as well as city courts. ... For some reason the requirement for DHHS to provide procedural fairness to parties through pre-hearing disclosure of notes up until now has only been required in city courts. The injustice of this played out spectacularly in a case I ran to the Supreme Court earlier this year (referred to above) where the non-disclosure of notes led to a newborn being removed from her parents care, forceably and irretrievably weened from her mothers milk, and passed through 3 separate placements only to be returned to her parents 10 days later after the full contents of the DHHS notes were revealed to the parties and the court. This important reform, which we lobbied for following the case, should go some way towards addressing the enormous postcode injustice which occurs in the removal of children by the DHHS in regional areas. http://www.childrenscourt.vic.gov.au//Practice%20Direction

23.01.2022 Our shiny new business cards just arrived to help us spread the word.

23.01.2022 https://www.theage.com.au//parents-cut-off-from-vulnerable

22.01.2022 Greater discretionary policing with a confused public as to what the law is and isnt means people are worried about being at the pointy end of a less than positive experience with police. We find that often police themselves dont know the law, especially if the law is being updated on the run, and charges are laid, including infringements, without those charges being able to be sustained when the case reaches court. Examples from this article such a mountain biker and a m...an using the carwash (infringements withdrawn after publicity) are examples of this. For vulnerable groups already concerned about over policing, (young people, Aboriginal people, African and middle eastern communities, etc) the new laws mean even more chance of negative interactions with police. https://www.theage.com.au//jogger-sent-home-as-confusion-o

22.01.2022 https://www.theage.com.au//drones-used-to-patrol-beaches-a

21.01.2022 https://www.theage.com.au//country-kids-committing-their-f

21.01.2022 "If police decision-making regarding restrictions becomes arbitrary, not only is the law inconsistently applied but penalties, like fines, will become increasingly problematic." It speaks to police becoming arbiters of different information that go beyond the spirit and letter of health restrictions, reflecting a general pattern of confusion and overreach, he said. Also seeing the increased likelihood of police initiated stops can result in other charges emerging. Anthony Kelly - FKCLC

21.01.2022 Children were charged by the police with neglect up until 1989. We need a spent convictions scheme in Victoria.

18.01.2022 so happy we could help out

18.01.2022 We are looking for someone to come work with us! please circulate

17.01.2022 Our new website is up and running! After 10 years about time for a facelift! check it out here: https://www.orenstein.com.au... (And thanks Phaedra Press for putting it together for us)

16.01.2022 https://www.theage.com.au//covid-19-lockdown-fines-eroding

14.01.2022 http://www.theage.com.au//police-brutality-complaints-on-t

14.01.2022 We have moved! We have left Preston and are now located in the heart of the CBD at Normandy Chambers, 430 Little Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000. All contact details remain the same

14.01.2022 A new report containing an analysis of the data for outcomes for children since the "permanency amendments" made in Victoria in 2016 has just been released by Victoria Legal Aid. We provided several case studies for the report highlighting the experiences of our clients, in particular the devastating and unjust outcomes for children and their families following Departmental decision-making around parental contact for children during the COVID crisis. https://www.legalaid.vic.gov.au//vla_report_child_protecti

14.01.2022 Kids in State care are unable to have face to face contact with their parents, creating a COVID generation of kids who will most likely never return to their families. This situation is exacerbated by strict 2 year time frames enshrined in law, with no ability for the Childrens Court to make reunification orders after this time has elapsed, even in circumstances of this state of emergency and if it would be in the kids best interests. https://www.theage.com.au//fears-pandemic-will-create-covi

14.01.2022 Do I have to wear a face mask? Can the police ask my name and address? Can I be arrested for not wearing a mask? Can a shop stop me from entering if I dont wear a mask? Here is the legal perspective... stay safe and look after each other!

13.01.2022 Great coverage Mungo Repatriations and the Hearses journey...The Old Man would be proud!

13.01.2022 We have a new office in Geelong! Level 1, 87 Lt Malop St Geelong.

12.01.2022 The Courts are currently trying to limit the amount of people in the Court house due to the measures being taken to stop the spread of COVID 19 (Coronavirus). Most cases are being adjourned off for a period of about 3 months at least. This is causing significant anxiety for many people, as the court has limited oversight during this time. Please be reassured that we are still here and fighting hard for you during this time. ... If you feel that DHHS or Victoria Police are treating you unfairly, or you have any concerns about your case, as always, please do not hesitate to message us or contact us on 03 9013 5529.

11.01.2022 we're looking for a new lawyer to join our team of dedicated legal practitioners! https://www.notion.so//Law-Graduate-Vacancy-ad0376322d3e4c

10.01.2022 https://www.theage.com.au//these-children-are-too-importan

06.01.2022 https://www.childrenscourt.vic.gov.au//CCV%20PRACTICE%20DI New practice direction commencing on Monday 13 July 2020 - in an effort to minimise court users attending court, the Childrens Court in metro regions is moving all mentions and hearings online. Interesting times ahead for us all. Notwithstanding that you cannot attend court, we will continue to stand up for you and your rights during this time as the court switches to virtual hearings.... Contact us if you need an more info

06.01.2022 Flemington Kensington Community Legal Centre has set up a website to log reports about interactions with police over the COVID 19 health regulations. If you feel like you have been unfairly treated or charged, get some legal advice. https://covidpolicing.org.au

05.01.2022 we recently appeared for a young person in the Supreme Court who had been denied procedural fairness in the County Court when a judge dismissed her appeal on the basis that she had not personally attended court, even though she was represented by counsel throughout. See the judgement here: https://www.lawlibrary.vic.gov.au//s-m-v-county-court-vict

05.01.2022 We got a letter from our kid client who we supported in the Supreme Court last year...

04.01.2022 "In Victoria, the law allows for kids as young as ten to be charged with a crime, brought before the court, and locked up. The age a child can be held criminally responsible in every Australian state and territory is tenone of the lowest in the Western world and in breach of international human rights law. In May, Victorias Youth Justice Minister, Ben Carroll, released a strategic plan outlining the state governments ten-year vision for the youth justice system. The plan a...ims to reduce the number of young people in the system and improve community safety. But the 53-page document makes no commitment to raise the age of criminal responsibility, instead abdicating the decision to the Council of Attorneys-General who are currently reviewing the age." - Warwick Jones It seems ludicrous that in Australia children the age of 10 can and do get prosecuted by police in court for criminal offences. How it is that a child for whom we as a society have the responsibility to care for, all of a sudden bares criminal legal responsibility for their actions at the age of 10? its nuts, and has shocking outcomes for the children and families who are brought into the criminal justice system at such a young age. https://wajones.press//deaths-in-custody-start-with-kids-i

04.01.2022 Another judicial review we brought in the Supreme Court recently dealing with the powers of the County Court when hearing an appeal for a person who is no longer a child and the ability of the Court to make orders. https://www.lawlibrary.vic.gov.au//s-m-v-county-court-vict

03.01.2022 We are Law Institute of Victoria accredited specialists in Childrens Law. This is in recognition of our specialist expertise in fighting for parents and children who have been accused of a crime or facing an application by DHHS. To ensure you get the best possible advice and representation, ensure you contact us. https://www.liv.asn.au//1326_COR_FactSheet_FindYourLawyer_

03.01.2022 Story and interview from todays paper re impact of DHHS directive to cancel face to face visits for children https://apple.news/AvbuVkTZeTpaywDcVrcDUQQ

03.01.2022 Yes you can leave your home to exercise. Exercise is included in the definition of an essential activity. You can drive your car to undertake an essential activity. ... So as long as you are complying with social distancing rules, you are not guilty of an offence. https://www.theage.com.au//police-fine-man-1652-for-drivin

02.01.2022 We have new digs in Geelong! Our new address is 9/21A Gheringhap St Geelong. All other contacts are the same. Still doing the same great work!

02.01.2022 Use of force against children is not OK. If you dehumanise kids, then it seems OK to tear gas them in a cell. Don Dale case in the High Court at the moment. https://amp-smh-com-au.cdn.ampproject.org//don-dale-ruling

02.01.2022 Finally Victoria has a spent convictions scheme which is proposed. We all have some things that we regret that are minor and ancient history. After much lobbying over many years, finally something sensible... https://www.theage.com.au//old-convictions-for-minor-crime

02.01.2022 Its really time we start listening to the voices of the children. Our responsibility for kids does not mean throwing them jail. It just doesnt. https://www.smh.com.au//we-throw-children-as-young-as-10-i