by Michael McMillan | Aug 19, 2026 | Blog
You or someone you know has been arrested, and now there’s a court date, a list of conditions, and a lot of uncertainty. Bail decisions often happen within hours of an arrest, and the conditions imposed at that stage can shape how the matter proceeds. ...
by Michael McMillan | Aug 19, 2026 | Blog
Police have contacted you, asked you to attend the station, or you’ve just been arrested, and now you’re wondering what you actually have to say. Police interviews can feel informal, almost like a conversation, but what you say can become evidence in a...
by Michael McMillan | Aug 13, 2026 | Blog
If you’re facing sentencing, you may be worried about more than the immediate penalty. You may also be concerned about whether a recorded conviction could affect your employment, professional registration, visa, travel or future opportunities. What Does No...
by Michael McMillan | Jul 16, 2026 | Blog, Drug Offences
If you’ve been charged with drug possession in Queensland, pleading guilty straight away is not your only option. Depending on the drug, the quantity, your history and how the evidence was obtained, you may be able to access diversion, negotiate the police...
by Michael McMillan | Jul 16, 2026 | Blog
A good behaviour bond in Queensland is a court order that requires a person to be of good behaviour for a set period, usually imposed after a guilty plea or conviction. Some bonds, most commonly those made under section 19 of the Penalties and Sentences Act, can be...
by Michael McMillan | Jun 13, 2023 | Criminal Law
Confessions are not always recorded Perhaps the strongest evidence the police can have against a person is a confession. This is recognised by the mandatory language of Division 7 of the Police Powers and Responsibilities Act in Queensland, and the use of the...
