Many convictions in the criminal justice system are obtained through the use of forensic science. In Australia, improper or unvalidated forensic science has been implicated in an estimated 31% of … [Read more...]
Don’t Let Anyone Water Down Our Gun Laws
One of the things that Martin Bullock Lawyers is most proud of about Australia is its gun laws. In 1996, our conservative Prime Minister John Howard fought against his Coalition to introduce … [Read more...]
Australia’s New Security Laws
Australia’s new security laws were passed with bipartisan support in 2018. They were meant to give the Australian Federal Police (AFP) more powers in order to protect us against terrorism. The … [Read more...]
We Love Parramatta – The Parramatta Gaol
In our new series “We Love Parramatta”, we highlight Parramatta’s many histories and cultures. This week we look at Parramatta Gaol, located at the corner of O’Connell and Dunlop Streets in North … [Read more...]
Media Reporting on Court Cases: Contempt of Court and Suppression Orders
The administration of justice sometimes requires sensational media reporting to be suppressed in order to ensure a fair trial. Whilst some may view this as patronising, trial by media has become … [Read more...]
Doxxing and Cyber-Harassment: What it is, and the need for legislative reform
‘Doxxing’ (or ‘dropping documents’) involves the release of personal information without permission, and to a hostile online audience. This may include phone numbers, email and residential addresses, … [Read more...]
How could an Australian do this?
Martin Bullock Lawyers, like many of you, are appalled by the terrorist crimes committed by a young white supremacist in New Zealand last Friday. We are all asking: “How could an Australian do … [Read more...]
Justice at last for victims of sexual abuse!
Survivors of sexual abuse at the hands of priests, nuns, or employees of churches can now sue church organisations. On 1 January 2019, new laws came into effect in NSW imposing a retrospective duty … [Read more...]
The Overlap of Health Issues and the Criminal Justice System
One of the key values of Martin Bullock Lawyers is compassion. Unfortunately, the criminal justice system often seeks retribution rather than rehabilitation, and there are many health issues tied up … [Read more...]