matthew seniaJul 22 minStatutory Murder Statutory Murder, otherwise known as constructive murder, is when an accused person unintentionally causes victim’s death by an act of...
matthew seniaJun 113 minStatutory self-defence Elements of Statutory Self-defence 1. Sections 322K(1)–(2) of the Crimes Act 1958 state: (1) A person is not guilty of an offence if...
matthew seniaJun 42 minPolice arrest and questioning As criminal defence lawyers, we understand the importance of knowing your rights when encountering law enforcement. Being informed and...
matthew seniaJun 42 minFailing to nominate the driver of a motor vehicle It is an offence against the Road Safety Act 1986 (RSA) section 60 for the owner of a motor vehicle or a relevant nominated person in...
matthew seniaJun 42 minManslaughter - the basics Manslaughter is a common law offence. One of its forms is manslaughter by an unlawful and dangerous act causing death. This form of...