What Happens if You Refuse a Breath Test in Victoria? Being asked to undertake a breath test by police can be stressful, particularly during a roadside stop or after an accident. Many people do not realise that in Victoria, refusing a breath test or breath analysis is itself a criminal offence with significant licence loss …

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Do I Need a Lawyer for a First Court Date in Victoria? One of the most common questions people ask after being charged with a criminal offence is: “Do I actually need a lawyer for my first court date?” In many cases, the answer is yes — obtaining legal advice early can make a significant difference …

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Can an Intervention Order Affect My Job in Victoria? One of the first questions many people ask after being served with an intervention order is: “Will this affect my job?” In Victoria, intervention orders can have significant consequences for employment, professional licences and future career opportunities — particularly if criminal charges are involved or if allegations …

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What Happens if You Breach an Intervention Order in Victoria? Being charged with breaching an intervention order can be extremely stressful. Many people are surprised to learn that even seemingly minor contact, such sending a text message, social media interaction, or attending a location unexpectedly, can result in criminal charges. At Wilkinson Lawyers, we regularly …

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Criminal Hearing at the Ballarat Magistrates’ Court: What to Expect If you have been charged with a criminal offence and your matter is proceeding through the Ballarat Magistrates’ Court, it is important to understand the different stages of the court process and what each hearing means for you. At Wilkinson Lawyers, we regularly appear in …

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Drink Driving Defences in Victoria: What You Need to Know By Jessica Wilkinson – Criminal Defence and Traffic Lawyer Drink driving is one of the most common offences in Victoria, but its also one of the most misunderstood. Many clients seek advice, unaware of the mandatory consequences they face after being charged. As a criminal …

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  BREACH OF INTERVENTION ORDERS Understanding Breach of an Intervention Order: Consequences of a Breach and Available Defences Ballarat Tackling family violence has been a priority for Victoria Police and therefore the number of Intervention Orders (IVO) being applied for and granted, has skyrocketed. Breaching an IVO is a serious offence and can carry severe …

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Drink Driving Penalties and How to Regain Your Licence After a Disqualification If you’re caught driving with a blood or breath alcohol concentration (BAC) above the legal limit in Victoria, you will lose your licence. In most cases, you will be required to install an alcohol interlock device in your vehicle after your licence is …

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  BALLARAT INTERVENTION ORDERS Advice for Respondents in Ballarat Intervention Order proceedings   What is a Family Violence Intervention Order? A Family Violence Intervention Order is a court order designed to protect someone from family violence. In other jurisdictions, they are sometimes referred to as “restraining orders” or “AVO’s – Apprehended Violence Orders”. In Victoria, they are …

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Assault Charges Lawyer Ballarat Being charged with assault can be overwhelming. Whether it’s an argument that escalated at home, a fight outside a pub, an incident in the street, or allegations made during a heated family dispute, assault charges can have serious consequences for your future, employment, reputation and freedom. At Wilkinson Lawyers, Jess Wilkinson …

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