What if police do not release me from custody after a police interview?
You have a right to apply for bail before a Bail Justice at the police station. If the Bail Justice [...]
How long can the police keep me in custody?
Unfortunately the law does not specify an exact time limit, but what the Crimes Act 1958 (Vic) does say, is [...]
What does “On remand” & “Remanded in custody” mean?
When a person is "on remand" or "remanded in custody", this means that they are in police/prison custody awaiting trial. [...]
What is the meaning of bail?
Bail means the temporary release of a person who has been charged by the police or other authority, and is [...]
How do I apply for bail? When should I apply for bail? How many times can I apply for bail?
The short answer is that you can apply for bail as many times as you like, however if bail has [...]
What happens after I’ve been charged?
Your case will be listed for hearing in court where your charges are determined by a Magistrate or a Judge, [...]
What is the process once my case is listed in court?
Summary Offences: Generally, less serious offences (summary matters) will be heard in the Magistrates’ Court. The usual court process for [...]
Can you keep my case in the Magistrates’ Court if I am facing serious charges?
In some cases, an application can be made to the Court to have serious charges heard and determined in the [...]
Why is it important to hire a lawyer to defend my case or to represent me for a plea of guilty? Can’t I just represent myself?
Yes you can, though it is not wise to. As the saying goes, “He who represents himself, has a fool [...]
Where can I find prices for your services?
We will discuss our fees with you at your first conference, where we will provide you with our written costs [...]