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27 September 2026
What happens if you breach an AVO in NSW?
Breaching an AVO is a criminal offence. If police charge you, you will be brought before the Local Court, and if you are convicted you face up to…
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22 September 2026
What Is the Penalty for Low Range Drink Driving in NSW?
If police issue you a penalty notice for a first low range drink driving offence in NSW, you pay a $722 fine and your licence is suspended for…
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4 September 2026
Your First Court Appearance in NSW: What to Expect
Attending court for the first time in NSW? Learn what happens at a Local Court mention, what to bring, when to arrive and why getting legal advice before…
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27 August 2026
Can Police Search Your Car Without a Warrant in NSW?
Can police search your car without a warrant in NSW? Understand the rules around vehicle searches, what reasonable suspicion means, and how to respond if you are stopped.…
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17 August 2026
How Long Does an AVO Last in NSW?
How long does an AVO last in NSW? Learn how the duration is determined, the default periods for different AVOs and whether an order can be extended, varied…
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13 August 2026
Summary vs Indictable Offences in NSW
Understand the difference between summary and indictable offences in NSW, including how charges are classified, which court may hear them and why the distinction matters.
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12 August 2026
Charged with drink driving but wasn’t driving NSW
Being charged with drink driving in NSW does not necessarily mean you were driving. Police must prove the relevant elements of the offence. The circumstances, timing, vehicle position…
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30 July 2026
Is Drink Driving a Criminal Offence in NSW?
Is drink driving a criminal offence in NSW? Learn how drink-driving charges are handled, the possible penalties, licence consequences and when to seek legal advice.
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29 July 2026
How Many Standard Drinks Can You Have and Still Drive in NSW?
How many standard drinks can you have before driving in NSW? Learn why there is no guaranteed safe number and how alcohol, timing and personal factors affect your…
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