The maximum penalty for possessing stolen or unlawfully obtained property (including cash) under the Criminal Code (WA) has recently been increased. The offence is now an either way indictable charge. Read more
Crime
Consorting laws upheld – the High Court decision in Tajjour v NSW
The High Court has in a 6:1 decision, Tajjour & Ors v The State of New South Wales, upheld the validity of consorting laws found in section 93X of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW). Mr Tajjour unsuccessfully argued that s 93X was invalid on the ground that it infringes the implied freedom of political communication. Read more