“Every person deserves a voice in Court and it is a privilege to provide that to our clients.”
Our team of experienced criminal law specialists is committed to helping you navigate through the challenges of the legal process, ensuring that you receive fair and honest representation at all stages.
Accredited Specialists in Criminal Law
Award winning and recognised as leading criminal lawyers throughout regional NSW
60+ years experience
Experienced lawyers who practice exclusively in criminal and traffic law
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Help should be provided at all times, so our team is available 24/7 for advice
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Expert Legal Representation for Criminal Offences
Criminal law is complex and involves allegations against individuals by the state. At Morrisons, we understand the intricacies of criminal law in NSW and are dedicated to providing expert legal representation and guidance to our clients.
Our team of experienced criminal law specialists is committed to helping you navigate through the challenges of the legal process, ensuring that you receive fair and honest representation at all stages.
We handle a wide range of criminal charges at both state and federal levels, offering the expertise you need to make informed decisions and secure the best possible outcome for your situation.
Our expertise covers various assault charges – such as common assault, assaults against police officers, assault with intent to commit a serious indictable offence, assault occasioning actual bodily harm and more.
We provide criminal law representation for charges including murder, manslaughter, assault causing death and supply of drugs causing death.
Our team is experienced with sexual assault allegations, assault with intent to have sexual intercourse, sexual touching, offences involving children and other related offences.
We offer specialised criminal law advice and representation for the possession, manufacture, production, supply and trafficking of prohibited drugs.
Our team can assist with cases involving stalking, intimidation, contravening Apprehended Violence Orders (AVOs) and more.
We provide legal support for a range of property-related offences – including robbery, stealing, housebreaking, larceny and fraud.
Whether you’re facing charges related to dangerous driving, driving under the influence, or driving while disqualified, we are here to provide expert representation.
The expertise of our criminal lawyers extends to offences falling under federal jurisdiction – such as terrorism, forgery, improper use of emergency call services, possessing child abuse material and more.
Our comprehensive experience covers an extensive range of firearm and weapons related charges, such as possessing and supplying firearms and possessing prohibited weapons. We also provide advice of Firearm Prohibition (FPO’s) and Weapons Prohibition Orders (WPO’s), including appeals against the making of the orders and allegations that they have been breached.
Our team of lawyers also provides advice and representation in civil proceedings against the NSW police. This can be on the basis of unlawful arrest, assault, battery, trespass and malicious prosecution. We provide advice to clients on the possibility of these civil actions after successful outcomes in criminal proceedings.
Our expertise includes appearing and advising on proceedings before the NSW Crime Commission and Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. These bodies are tasked with investigating and gathering evidence of serious criminal activity and are given a number of powers under federal and state legislation.
We provide representation and advice in many more criminal, traffic and related proceedings. There are too many to list here, but please contact our office for a free consultation with one of our expert criminal and traffic lawyers.
Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming, but at Morrisons we’re here to support you every step of the way. Our team of experienced criminal law specialists includes Graeme Morrison and Matthew Ward who are recognised as Accredited Specialists in Criminal Law by the NSW Law Society. With over 63 years of combined experience, our commitment to our clients is unwavering.
Whether you need advice at an early stage, representation during criminal investigations or defence in court proceedings, we have the knowledge and expertise to guide you through the legal process. Trust in Morrisons to provide you with clear, realistic and strategic advice tailored to your unique circumstances.
“Every person deserves a voice in Court and it is a privilege to provide that to our clients.”
At Morrisons, we’re not just your legal representatives – we’re you and your family’s partners throughout your legal journey. With decades of combined experience and a deep understanding of criminal law in New South Wales, we’re equipped to handle even the most complex cases.
Our commitment to excellence, a personalised approach and transparent practices makes us the law firm you can rely on for trusted advice and dedicated representation.
“Being able to help a client and their family through a difficult criminal process is what we have always done and what we will always do.”
Comprehensive legal support every step of the way
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Wollongong NSW 2500
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Criminal and civil law are two distinct branches of the legal system that serve different purposes and deal with different types of disputes. The main difference between criminal and civil law is in the nature of the cases they address and the consequences they entail.
Criminal law focuses on offences committed against society as a whole. This is where the state or other government bodies prosecute individuals, as well as organisations, accused of committing crimes. The objective of criminal law is to hold people to account for their actions and maintain public order. Crimes such as theft, assault or murder are considered offences against society. The burden of proof lies with the prosecution to establish the guilt of the accused person ‘’beyond reasonable doubt”. If found guilty, the accused may face penalties such as fines, good behaviour bonds or imprisonment.
On the other hand, civil law deals with disputes between individuals or entities. These typically involve private matters and conflicts over rights, obligations or compensation for harm caused. Civil law cases can cover a wide range of issues including contracts, property disputes, personal injury claims, family law, or negligence claims. In civil law the burden of proof is typically lower, known as the “balance of probabilities”. If found liable, the defendant may be required to pay monetary damages, stop certain actions or fulfil specific obligations as determined by the court.
In Australia, criminal law refers to the body of laws and legal principles that define and regulate offences committed against the state or society as a whole. It encompasses the rules and procedures that govern the investigation, prosecution and punishment of individuals accused of criminal conduct.
Criminal law in Australia is primarily established through legislation, such as the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) and other relevant statutes enacted at both state and federal levels. It covers a wide range of offences from minor infractions to serious crimes – including theft, assault, drug offences, fraud and murder.
The fundamental principles of criminal law in Australia include – the presumption of innocence, the burden of proof on the prosecution to establish guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, and the right to a fair trial. The penalties for criminal offences vary depending on the severity of the offence and may include fines, good behaviour bonds, community service, imprisonment or a combination of these.
In Australia, criminal law encompasses various types of offences that are often classified based on their nature and severity. The types of criminal law offences in Australia can include:
It is important to note that these categories are not exhaustive and criminal offences can overlap or fall under multiple categories depending on their specific elements. The classification and punishment of criminal offences in Australia is primarily determined by legislation, such as the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) and other relevant statutes enacted at both federal and state levels.
In Australia, an accredited specialist is a solicitor who has demonstrated expertise in a particular area of law and has been identified as a specialist by the NSW Law Society. They recognise accredited specialists in a number of areas of law, including criminal law.
To gain status as an accredited specialist a solicitor must pass the Law Society’s rigorous assessments in communication, problem solving, client relations and, of course, their specialist area of law.
To maintain their status as an accredited specialist, a solicitor must annually renew their accreditation to practise the law and membership of the Law Society, plus ensure they maintain their high level skills and knowledge by completing additional professional development points.
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