CRIMINAL LAW
Criminal Defence Lawyers in Cairns
Criminal law in Queensland is designed to protect the community, uphold justice, and ensure fairness for every individual. Governed primarily by the Criminal Code Act 1899 (Qld), it covers a wide range of offences from minor matters to the most serious crimes. Navigating this system can be overwhelming, and having clear guidance with strong representation is essential to protecting your rights and achieving the best possible outcome.
We represent clients across all Queensland courts, including the Cairns Magistrates, District and Supreme Courts.
CORAL COAST LAW'S CRIMINAL LAW SERVICES
Arson is when someone wilfully and unlawfully sets fire to property such as a building, vehicle, crop, mine, or other structure.
In Queensland law, assault is defined as an act of intentionally applying force to another person, or threatening or attempting to do so, without their consent.
Commonwealth law consists of laws made by the Australian federal government, which may include Centrelink fraud or crimes against Commonwealth property.
Drug offences range from possession to supply, production and manufacturing as well as importation and trafficking, each with varying levels of severity.
Fraud is defined as any dishonest act to gain a benefit or cause a detriment. This can include actions such as dishonestly applying someone else's property to your own use, or causing a financial loss, and more.
In Queensland, a public nuisance charge applies to behaviour that is disorderly, offensive, threatening, or violent and interferes with the peaceful use of a public place.
In Queensland, a sexual offence is defined as any non-consensual sexual act, including but not limited to rape and sexual assault, Sexual assault is specifically defined as unlawfully and indecently assaulting another person.
In Queensland, a stalking offence charge involves a pattern of conduct directed at another person that would cause them fear of violence or another detriment. This includes actions like following, contacting, or loitering near a person's home or workplace.
In Queensland, a stealing charge is defined by the Criminal Code as fraudulently taking or converting something that can be stolen, with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of it.
In Queensland, weapons offence charges are illegal activities involving the unlawful possession, use, or supply of firearms and other weapons, regulated by the Weapons Act 1990 and other legislation.
In Queensland, "wilful damage" is a criminal offence under section 469 of the Criminal Code for anyone who wilfully and unlawfully destroys or damages property. The offence covers a wide range of acts, including graffiti and vandalism.
