In a Queensland domestic violence case, the law treats choking and strangulation the same. You may be reading this after a night that went further than you expected, now holding a charge sheet full of...
Continue readingFacing white-collar crime allegations or financial dishonesty accusations in Queensland marks the beginning of a complex legal journey. Under Section 408C of the Criminal Code 1899 (Qld), fraud covers a wide spectrum of conduct, including...
Continue readingBeing served with a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) application or a temporary protection order in Queensland triggers immediate, far-reaching legal consequences. While a DVO is a civil order rather than a criminal conviction, breaching its...
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Queensland strictly enforces zero-tolerance drug driving laws, meaning a positive roadside saliva test results in charges regardless of driving impairment – even for medicinal cannabis users. Offences fall into two categories: standard Driving With a...
Continue readingReceiving a traffic infringement or court summons in Queensland creates immediate uncertainty about your licence, record, and livelihood. Under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 (Qld), enforcement is strict. Yet an initial charge...
Continue readingBeing intercepted by police on a public road can be a confronting experience, particularly if officers demand to search your passenger cabin or boot. Under Queensland legislation, law enforcement officers do not possess an automatic...
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A criminal charge can require appearances at different stages of the Queensland court process. The value of experienced Brisbane criminal defence lawyers depends on how closely their criminal practice and courtroom experience relate to your...
Continue readingBeing intercepted by police and failing a breath test can disrupt your daily life instantly. Under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 (Qld), Queensland enforces strict traffic laws, but court outcomes are never...
Continue readingBeing confronted by law enforcement and accused of holding illegal substances is a distressing experience. In Queensland, illicit substances are strictly regulated under the Drugs Misuse Act 1986 (Qld). Many people assume that if police...
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At Hounsell Cunningham, we prepare these applications for our clients across Queensland alongside our work licence and disqualified driving representation, and we see the same pattern often: drivers assume they have time to sort out...
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