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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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Updating Queensland’s “Adult Crime, Adult Time” youth justice laws

Queensland’s “Adult Crime, Adult Time” scheme, contained in section 175A of the Youth Justice Act 1992, allows courts to sentence children for certain serious offences with penalties up to adult maximums. It currently covers 33 major offences, aligning youth detention with adult imprisonment terms and minimum sentences. When sentencing under section 175A, courts may impose up to 3 years’ […]

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Rockhampton Courthouse Upgrade: DFV courtroom, safe rooms and what it means for you

The Queensland Government has announced an $8.6 million upgrade of the Rockhampton Courthouse to improve safety and access to justice for domestic and family violence (DFV) matters. It is part of the statewide DFV Courthouse Improvement Program (almost $68m). Confirmed works include a DFV‑dedicated courtroom, two safe rooms for vulnerable witnesses, upgraded entry security and a refurbished […]

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Counterfeit Cash Circulating Throughout Queensland

There has recently been a rise in counterfeit cash circulating throughout northeast Queensland, with a number of incidents in Mackay. Police in Mackay have stated that counterfeit $50 notes have been found at restaurants, shops, and service stations. Police said some of the recent notes are of “very good quality”, making them difficult to detect. […]

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Queensland’s New Hate Speech Laws

Queensland recently introduced new legislation targeting hate speech and extremist expressions, representing a significant change in the state’s criminal law framework. The laws were introduced through the Fighting Antisemitism and Keeping Guns Out of the Hands of Terrorists and Criminals Amendment Bill 2026, which passed Parliament on 5 March 2026 and came into effect shortly […]

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Tougher Penalties for Youth Offending

Queensland’s “Adult Crime, Adult Time” policy has been expanded again, significantly increasing the number of offences for which young offenders can receive adult-level penalties. Recent amendments have expanded the scheme to include 45 offences, representing a substantial increase in the number of crimes covered by the policy. How it Works Historically, youth offenders in Queensland […]

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Drink Driving Laws in Queensland

Drink driving remains one of the most common criminal offences dealt with in Queensland courts. The offence is regulated primarily under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 (Qld) and includes several categories depending on the driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Queensland operates a graduated penalty system, meaning mandatory consequences increase depending on the […]