Common Assault Lawyers Sydney
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Common Assault Lawyers Sydney
Common assault is a summary offence heard in the Local Court. The prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt that force was applied or threatened without lawful excuse. Self-defence, consent and lawful authority are available defences.
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You Have Been Charged: What Happens Next
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You Have Been Charged
A common assault charge results in a Court Attendance Notice listing your matter at the Local Court. The police fact sheet sets out the alleged conduct and circumstances. That material must be reviewed before any plea is entered. A lawyer can advise on available defences and the prospects of a Section 10 outcome.
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Your First Court Appearance
At the first mention, we appear on your behalf, obtain the police fact sheet so that no decisions are made before your position has been properly assessed. We review the complainant account, any independent witness evidence and any footage available. We advise on what the prosecution must prove, the viability of any available defence and whether the matter should be defended or resolved by plea. No plea is entered before that assessment is complete.
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We Assess the Prosecution Case
We review the police facts, the complainant statement and any other evidence the prosecution intends to rely upon. We identify inconsistencies in the evidence, assess the strength of any available defence and advise on whether the matter has a realistic prospect of being successfully defended. Where self-defence or another complete defence is viable, we prepare for a contested hearing. Where a guilty plea is appropriate, we begin building the sentencing case from this point.
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We Advise on the Right Strategy
We advise on the strongest course available based on the charge, the evidence and your personal circumstances. In appropriate first-offence matters, a Section 10 conditional release order without conviction is available for common assault and avoids a criminal record entirely. A well-prepared sentencing case with strong character references from credible sources and persuasive submissions directly affects whether that outcome is achieved. We assess the realistic prospects at the initial consultation.
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We Represent You at Every Stage
We appear at every mention, adjournment and hearing. At a defended hearing, we cross-examine the complainant and every prosecution witness and test every element of the prosecution case. At sentencing, we place detailed subjective material before the Judge and make submissions on the appropriate penalty and the Section 10 application. Where an AVO application accompanies the charge, we address both the criminal charge and the AVO in the same proceedings and advise on the approach to each.
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Your Matter Is Finalised
Your matter is resolved by hearing, plea or withdrawal. In appropriate first-offence matters, a Section 10 conditional release order without conviction avoids a criminal record for the offence. Where a more serious outcome is at risk, our submissions address every relevant factor. From charge to finalisation, your defence is structured to achieve the strongest possible outcome based on the evidence and your personal circumstances.
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Is a free initial consultation available?
Yes. You speak directly with a criminal defence lawyer about the charge, the available defences and your court date. You will receive clear advice on what the prosecution must prove and what options are available before any decision is made. Call 1300 274 652 to speak with a lawyer now.
What happens if I call now?
You will speak directly with a criminal defence lawyer. Your situation is assessed based on the charge, the police facts and the circumstances of the alleged conduct. You will be told where you stand, whether a defence is available and whether a Section 10 outcome is realistic in your circumstances. Early advice provides the most options.
What are the defences to a common assault charge?
The principal defences to common assault are self-defence, defence of another, consent and lawful authority. Self-defence is a complete defence where you believed on reasonable grounds that your conduct was necessary to protect yourself or another from unlawful violence and the response was proportionate to the threat. The availability of each defence depends on the specific evidence and must be assessed against the full brief before any plea is entered.
Can I avoid a criminal record for a common assault charge?
In appropriate first-offence matters, a Section 10 conditional release order without conviction is available for common assault and avoids a criminal record entirely. The Judge considers the nature and seriousness of the offence, your character and prior history and the circumstances of the offending. A well-prepared sentencing case with strong character references and persuasive submissions directly affects whether that outcome is achieved.
Is it too late to get a lawyer before my court date?
It is rarely too late. We can take instructions and arrange representation at short notice, including on the day of the first mention. However, earlier instruction allows the police facts to be reviewed, available defences to be identified and the matter to be properly prepared before any court appearance is made.
How much will this cost?
Fixed fee options are available for common assault matters in the Local Court and fees are confirmed before any work begins. Your lawyer provides a clear and detailed fee estimate at the initial consultation based on the nature of the charge and the scope of the work required. You will know the full cost before proceeding and no additional charges arise without your prior agreement.
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