If I am arrested or if the Police want to interview me what do I do?

Contact a lawyer immediately. The police must advise you that you have the right to contact a lawyer. Do not answer any questions apart from your name and address until you have spoken to a lawyer.

What is an Accredited Specialist?

An Accredited Specialist is a solicitor who has successfully completed a rigorous assessment program set by the Law Institute of Victoria. This includes a written examination and other tests to demonstrate that the solicitor has a sound, practical approach to the area of speciality. Stary Norton Halphen Lawyers has six Accredited Criminal Law Specialists.

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Plea bargains: Putting in a good word to the judge

ABC Law Report - March 4 2014

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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Doyle's Guide First Tier Criminal Law firm (2020, 2021 and 2022).