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If you are facing a legal issue, it can be a stressful time.

The situation might be unfamiliar to you – it might have come out of the blue, or it might be the first time you’ve been involved in a legal matter – but the consequences can be life-changing. You might be feeling stressed, confused, or just in need of some clarity.

It can be helpful to have someone on hand to assist you – whether it’s legal advice, representing you in court, or even just knowing what the next step is. Once you know your options, the situation can seem more manageable, even if it’s still a difficult time.

Brooke Winter Solicitors specialise in providing expert advice and representation. Our team of traffic lawyers, domestic violence lawyers and criminal lawyers are on call when you need us. We work out of offices in Loganholme, the Gold Coast and Hobart, but we also travel around Queensland and Tasmania.

Learn how Brooke Winter Solicitors can assist with criminal law, traffic law, or family law matters.

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SEVEN CHARGED IN CLAIM FARMING POLICE CRACK DOWN

On February 12, 2025, NSW Police arrested seven people involved in a large-scale fraudulent scheme targeting sexual abuse compensation claims- known as “claim farming”. The arrests were made following an investigation by Strike Force Veritas, established in February 2024 to investigate fraudulent claims against the NSW Department of Communities and Justice and the NSW Department of Education. What is claim farming? Claim farming is […]

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A 16-YEAR-OLD’S RIGHT TO REFUSE MEDICAL TREATMENT HAS BEEN REMOVED BY THE COURT

H v AC [2024] NSWSC 40 was a challenging legal decision heard by the New South Wales Supreme Court in early 2024. The case involved a 16-year-old girl, AC, who was diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma, a highly aggressive bone cancer, in July 2023. AC initially underwent chemotherapy treatment, completing four of the first six treatment […]

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Mandatory Minimum Sentences for Hate Crimes

The Australian government recently passed new hate crimes legislation in the Senate after agreeing to introduce mandatory minimum sentences for various offences. This move marks a significant shift in the Labor Party’s stance, as it previously opposed mandatory sentencing. The new laws establish the following mandatory minimum sentences: Six years imprisonment for terrorism offences; Three […]

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Sudden Closure of Private Bail Program

– BailSafe – What does this mean for our community? The sudden closure of BailSafe Australia, a private firm offering GPS tracking services for accused offenders on bail in Victoria and New South Wales, has caused significant disruption to the bail monitoring system in these states. The company shut down without informing authorities, leaving accused criminals […]

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No Evidence to Offer – Charges Withdrawn

In Queensland’s criminal justice system, the term “No Evidence to Offer” (NETO) refers to a decision by the prosecution (QLD Police) to discontinue a case against a defendant by choosing not to present evidence at the hearing or trial. When this occurs, the charges against the defendant are effectively dismissed, and the case does not […]

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Court Discretion in Recording a Conviction in Queensland

In Queensland, when a person is found guilty of an offence, the court has the discretion to either record a conviction or not record a conviction against them. This decision can have long-term consequences, particularly concerning employment, travel, and professional licensing (such as a blue card). Understanding how courts exercise this discretion is crucial for […]