Case Note: Bayley v The Queen [2016] VSCA 160 Access to Justice: For those who commit horrible crimes Adrian Bayley, the Victorian serial offender who plead guilty in 2013 of journalist Jill Meagher’s rape and murder, had another rape conviction overturned by...
Understanding Juries: History, Function and Contemporary Issues Content Warning: This explainer contains references to serious harm and self-harm. If you are in Australia and need assistance, please call Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800 or Lifeline on 13 11 14....
NSW Law Week ... it is law week every week at the Rule of Law Education Centre his week, NSW is celebrating Law Week with a range of events to help people understand their rights, the law, the legal system and the legal profession. But here at the Rule of Law...
Source of Rights in Australia Australia’s Patchwork Quilt of Human Rights Protection People often claim that Australia has one of the best legal systems in the world, along with a strong record on human rights. Unlike countries that rely on a single, comprehensive...
Case Note: Kristian White and Clare Nowland Facts of the Case Procedural History What is Manslaughter Legal Issues Non-Legal Response Rule of Law Principles Introduction The conviction of Kristian White for the manslaughter of 95-year-old Clare Nowland demonstrates...
Magna Carta and Human Rights The true power of the Magna Carta lies in its impact on human rights documents, and the creation of the rule of law and a respect for individual’s rights by those in power. What has the magna carta got to do with human rights? The...
