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Stary Norton Halphen & Galbally is a Melbourne criminal law firm whose lawyers are regularly featured in Australian media discussing criminal law, criminal defence and matters before the courts. Explore the latest media coverage, legal commentary and news involving our criminal lawyers.
Victorian government defends bail laws as opposition criticises new judicial guidance
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.
What life is like after jury duty
Criminal lawyer Sam Norton notes that many individuals serving on juries find the 'enormous responsibility' to be quite traumatic.
"Doomed": how a 13-year-old autistic boy was investigated by the AFP
A children's court magistrate in Victoria has strongly criticised the Australian Federal Police for their 2021 investigations into a child, claiming that their actions aimed to radicalise the child for evidence-gathering and ultimately hindered rehabilitation efforts.
Podcast: Rob Stary joins a panel of guests to discuss Australia and the rise of terrorism
Joining a panel of guests on the ABC Podcast, Rob Stary discusses the September 11 attacks in the United States and how this ultimately changed the way Western countries perceive the threat of terrorism.
High Court to decide Akon Guode infanticide, murder sentence anomaly
High Court deliberates on sentencing a Melbourne woman who drowned three of her children in a car. Experts discuss the complexities of punishing crimes committed simultaneously and in contrast. Distressing themes noted. Contact Lifeline at 13 11 14 for support.
Plea bargains: Putting in a good word to the judge
Criminal lawyer Sam Norton speaks on a recent decision of the High Court now makes it crystal clear that prosecutors can never suggest a specific prison term.
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