by Michael McMillan | Oct 22, 2026 | Blog, Criminal Law
Being charged with an offence doesn’t mean you should plead guilty straight away, even if you believe you did something wrong. In Queensland, the timing of a guilty plea can affect sentencing, and an earlier plea may carry more weight than one entered later. Pleading...
by Michael McMillan | Oct 20, 2026 | Blog, Criminal Law
Going to court for the first time can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve never been charged with a criminal offence before. You might be wondering whether you’ll be sentenced on the day, what you’ll have to say, and whether you need a lawyer....
by Michael McMillan | Oct 20, 2026 | Blog, Criminal Law
Queensland’s criminal laws apply across a state covering more than 1.7 million square kilometres. But facing criminal proceedings in a regional centre or remote community can be a very different practical experience from appearing in court in Brisbane or on the...
by Michael McMillan | Sep 24, 2026 | Blog, Criminal Law
Few roles in the justice system are as frequently misunderstood as that of a criminal defence lawyer. When an allegation is serious or disturbing, it’s natural to ask why anyone should defend the person accused of it at all. The answer isn’t about deciding...
by Michael McMillan | Sep 24, 2026 | Blog, Criminal Law
Most people readily agree that a person is innocent until proven guilty. That agreement becomes harder to hold onto when an allegation involves serious violence, a sexual offence, or another crime that provokes a strong emotional response. The instinct to assume the...
