We Assist with Criminal Law Cases in the Hunter Valley

An Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) is a court order issued in New South Wales to protect an individual from acts of violence, intimidation or stalking. An AVO can also be used to protect children from abuse or family members from domestic violence. It is designed to prevent further incidents of violence by restricting the contact and behaviour of the person who has been accused of causing harm. An AVO can include conditions such as: no contact with the protected person; not coming within a certain distance of them; surrendering firearms and/or other weapons; attending counselling; and not posting any content online that could cause distress or harm.

If you have been accused of an act of sexual violence, it is important to seek out legal advice immediately. You should contact a criminal solicitor, such as those at Equilaw Solicitors, who specialise in the area of sexual assault law to ensure that your rights are fully protected and you get the best possible outcome. You may also wish to consider speaking with a counsellor or another support person about how you're feeling. This can be beneficial in terms of helping you cope with the stress and emotions associated with being accused.

Yes, solicitors can assist with bail applications. When someone has been charged with an offence and needs to be released from custody before their trial, they may apply for bail. Bail is a set of conditions that the person agrees to comply with while awaiting their trial. It usually involves some form of surety (for example, a person agreeing to act as a guarantor) and some form of financial assurance (such as cash or property). A solicitor can help you prepare your application for bail by advising you on what type of conditions are usually imposed and what information must be provided in order to make a successful application.