Case Studies

Explore case studies from Stary Norton Halphen & Galbally highlighting criminal matters defended by our lawyers across Melbourne and Victoria.

Our case studies provide examples of the matters we have acted in, including serious and complex criminal prosecutions, and illustrate the legal issues, strategies and outcomes involved in individual cases.

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Averted Affray Prosecution Through Self-Defence Analysis

An 18-year-old client charged with affray and unlawful assault following a public altercation avoided prosecution entirely after detailed analysis of CCTV, witness statements, and interview material supported a viable self-defence argument. All charges were ultimately withdrawn, leaving the client with no criminal record.

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