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Articles on Tasmanian criminal law from Oxley Barristers & Solicitors

Sentencing

Tasmania's New Hate Crime Sentencing Laws

Tasmania has expanded its hate crime sentencing laws beyond racial prejudice to cover religion, gender identity, disability, and more. Here's what the new aggravating factors provisions mean.

Public Safety

Reid's Law in Tasmania: New Knife Crime Powers and Penalties Explained

Tasmania's new knife crime laws—known as Reid's Law—introduce expanded police wanding powers and doubled penalties. Here's what you need to know about the changes and your rights.

Criminal Law

What To Do If Police Want To Interview You in Tasmania

Being asked to attend a police interview can be stressful and confusing. This guide explains your rights, including the right to silence, and what you should know before speaking with police.

Family Violence

Police Family Violence Orders in Tasmania: What You Need to Know

An overview of how Police Family Violence Orders work, your rights when served with one, and the legal options available to you.

Driving Offences

Drug Driving in Tasmania: Laws, Penalties, and What You Need to Know

Tested positive at a roadside drug test? This guide explains Tasmania's drug driving laws, penalties, detection windows, and the unique medicinal cannabis defence available only in this state.

Driving Offences

Guide to Restricted Drivers Licence Applications

Losing your licence in Tasmania can seriously disrupt your work and daily life, but a Restricted Driver's Licence may allow you to keep driving for essential purposes.

Family Violence

Serial Family Violence Perpetrator Declarations

What the serial perpetrator declaration scheme means, how it works in practice, and its impact on sentencing.

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