Lee failed to appear at a court hearing on January 15, leading to a warrant for her arrest. After surrendering to police, concerns were raised about her risk to community safety due to alleged criminal behaviour while on bail. Her lawyer, Nick Jane, cited emotional struggles related to her child's birthday, while Lee proposed a new bail address.

A mother has been charged with manslaughter following the tragic deaths of her two children in a Brisbane house fire. After failing to appear in court, a warrant is issued for her arrest. Family members express grief as a new hearing date is set.

Sam Norton defends Mr. Micallef, who admits to killing Ms. Azzopardi, arguing for a not guilty verdict due to schizophrenia. Justice Amanda Fox acknowledges Micallef's delusions of perceived threat, and he will return to discuss his supervision order.

Mr. Tims, an electrical apprentice, faces charges for a fire at a panel shop that killed two men. His lawyer, Nisha Patel, stated he will admit to lighting the fire, but there is a dispute over his recklessness level.

Sam Norton, Partner at Stary Norton Halphen, discusses on ABC Radio Melbourne the importance of judicial discretion and independence in the justice system, emphasising that community safety should not be the sole factor in achieving just outcomes.

Two men, aged 23 and 22, face murder charges in Melbourne for the shooting death of 26-year-old Kwar Ater on September 7. One defendant, Laula, requested medical attention for a wrist injury during the court hearing.

Shania Lee is in court after a tragic fire claimed the lives of her one and five-year-old daughters while she left them home alone. She was granted bail with conditions and will appear again on January 15.

Activists Victoria Sorensen and Jaimie Jeffrey are facing a two-day hearing over a lollie bomb hoax. Jeffrey's lawyer argues the prosecution cannot prove intent to cause fear, stemming from a March 21 incident at the Aerospace Maritime Defence Australia office in North Geelong.

John Beres faces murder charges for the death of his wife, Yvonne, in Langwarrin on December 26, 2024. His defence lawyer, Alana Reader, plans to seek a fast-tracked appeal to the Supreme Court and intends to enter a not guilty plea due to mental impairment.

Sam Norton, a Partner at Stary Norton Halphen, represented Phoenix Darren John Tims, a young man accused of igniting a factory fire that resulted in the deaths of two men.

Jai Clapp, 25, faces serious charges in Latrobe Valley County Court for child sexual offences. His defence claims he accepts responsibility and had early exposure to abusive material. Judge Marcus Dempsey acknowledges Clapp's intelligence but points out emotional shortcomings. Sentencing is set for April 30.

Our partner Sam Norton joined Tom Elliott on 3AW’s morning show to discuss Labor’s proposed new bail laws. He offered expert legal insights on the implications of these reforms for the justice system. If you missed it, be sure to catch Sam’s take on this crucial issue.

Sam Norton discussed in The Age how changes to Victoria's bail laws could negatively impact children in the justice system, reversing past reforms that aimed to reduce youth incarceration rates, especially for Aboriginal children.