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July 24, 2016

What rights does a person possess if they have been placed under arrest?

Any person who has been placed under arrest by the police must have their rights explained to them and in the event that this has not occurred, the person should request an explanation of their rights....
July 24, 2016

Is there a defence of entrapment available in Australian law?

Unlike our common law counterparts in the US, there is no defence of entrapment available under Australian law. However, the defence is available in the States, and American case law has stated that the...
July 22, 2016
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What is the definition of the criminal offence of affray?

Affray is generally a continuing offence that has the following elements: a disturbance of the peace by one or more persons that is violent; the disturbance is either public or private; a bystander of...
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