by Galbally Parker | Mar 1, 2023
In Australia, it is illegal to be in possession of a drug of dependence. Depending on the quantity of the drug located on you by Police, you may also be charged with drug trafficking, which is a very serious offence and commonly results in a sentence of imprisonment....
by Galbally Parker | Feb 24, 2023
Have you received a criminal conviction, or sentence that you believe is unfair, unjust, or erroneous? Fortunately, you may have grounds to lodge an appeal. In Victoria, a person who has been convicted and sentenced in the Supreme Court, County Court or Magistrates...
by Galbally Parker | Feb 21, 2023
You’ve been convicted of a criminal offence, and now have a criminal record. But what does this mean for you and your future? The potential effects of a criminal conviction do not stop once your case has been settled. Having a criminal record can have many negative...
by Galbally Parker | Feb 10, 2023
How did we get here? Any person living in Victoria over the last three years will have heard of the scandal of ‘Lawyer X’. Nicola Gobbo was a criminal barrister who became a registered Police informer. She informed on her clients. She gave Police privileged...
by Galbally Parker | Feb 8, 2023
Tax fraud refers to the deliberate act of evading taxes or falsely claiming benefits from the Australian Tax Office (ATO) or the Victorian Tax Administration. Tax fraud is a criminal offence in both Commonwealth and Victoria, as outlined in the Commonwealth Criminal...
