Australia: Criminal Law

There was an uptick in Australian white-collar enforcement risk in 2025, driven by expanding accountability regimes and active regulators across bribery and corruption, anti-money laundering, ESG claims, cyber/technology risk failings and consumer protection.

The NSW Government has announced legislative reforms that will enhance the surveillance powers of investigative agencies including NSW's Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC).

There are laws in place to ensure that Police do not abuse the arrest powers they have been granted.

There are laws in place to ensure that Police do not abuse the arrest powers they have been granted.

This article explains what constitutes illicit tobacco, how it is treated under Victorian and Federal law, and what legal consequences individuals and businesses may face if charged.

Scammers often seek to confer legitimacy by impersonating reputable law firms or IP practitioners.

The presumption of innocence is a fundamental human right contained in Article 14(2) of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.

New hate crime legislation has important implications that Australian businesses should be aware of and reflects a continued emphasis on corporate responsibility in relation to who companies...

Recent decision could open the doors for victims of online bullying to pursue their abusers in court to obtain an APVO against the bully.

There are laws in place to ensure that Police do not abuse the arrest powers they have been granted.

NSW Police are not allowed to use the power under section 200(5) LEPRA to give move on directions on anyone protesting near a place of worship.

Under section 93IB of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW), it is an offence to be in possession of a knife in a public place or school without a lawful excuse.