Assault Lawyers Sydney
Charged with an assault offence in Sydney?
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Strategic criminal defence representation in assault matters across Sydney and NSW. Experienced in matters where experience matters.
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Criminal charges place your freedom, your reputation, and your future at risk. The decisions you make now can directly affect the outcome of your case.
General legal advice is rarely enough in criminal matters. Criminal Law Group practises exclusively in criminal and traffic law. With more than 30 years of combined experience, our lawyers appear daily across Sydney and NSW courts, identifying weaknesses in the prosecution case, challenging unlawful police conduct, and defending matters from charge through to finalisation.
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Assault Charges We Defend Across Sydney
Common Assault
Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm
Grievous Bodily Harm and Wounding
Reckless GBH and Wounding
Assault Police Officer
Domestic Violence Assault
Affray
First Offence Assault
Assault Penalties NSW
Section 10 Dismissal
Weapons and Firearms
Robbery and Theft
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Assault Lawyers Sydney
An assault charge can range from a minor summary offence to a serious matter in the District Court. Your matter will be listed at the Local Court for the area of the alleged offence. The available defences and likely outcome depend on the evidence and what is placed before the court.
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You Have Been Charged: What Happens Next
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You Have Been Charged
An assault charge in Sydney results in a Court Attendance Notice listing your matter at the relevant Local Court. The police fact sheet sets out the alleged conduct and any injuries. That material must be reviewed before any plea is entered. A lawyer can advise on available defences and the most appropriate course.
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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, the nature and extent of any injuries described and any available witness evidence. We advise on the charge, what the prosecution must prove, the viability of any available defence and what options are open to you before the next court date. No plea is entered before that assessment is complete.
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We Assess the Prosecution Case
Once the full brief of evidence is served, we review the complainant statement, any medical evidence documenting the injuries, available CCTV footage and any admissions made at interview. We assess the strength of the prosecution case, identify inconsistencies in the evidence and advise on whether a viable defence exists. Where self-defence or another complete defence is available, we prepare for a contested hearing. Where a plea is appropriate, sentencing preparation begins at this stage.
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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 circumstances. Where a defence exists, we prepare for a contested hearing at which the prosecution must prove each element beyond reasonable doubt. Where a guilty plea is appropriate, we build the sentencing case from this point. In appropriate first-offence matters, we apply for a Section 10 conditional release order without conviction. A well-prepared sentencing case with strong character references directly affects the outcome.
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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 piece of evidence relied upon. We challenge the reliability of the evidence, identify inconsistencies and make submissions on the insufficiency of the prosecution case where grounds exist. At sentencing, we place detailed subjective material before the Judge and make detailed submissions on the appropriate penalty and the circumstances of the offending.
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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 entirely. Where a more serious outcome is at risk, our sentencing submissions address every relevant factor including your personal history, good character and the circumstances of the offending. From charge to finalisation, your defence is structured to achieve the strongest possible outcome based on the evidence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a free initial consultation available?
Yes. You speak directly with a criminal defence lawyer about the specific charge, the available defences and your court date. You will receive clear advice on what the prosecution must prove, whether a defence is available and what the realistic options are before any decision is made about the conduct of the matter. 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 assault. You will be told where you stand, whether a defence is available, whether a Section 10 outcome is realistic in your circumstances and what steps need to be taken before your first court date.
What if I acted in self-defence?
Self-defence is a complete defence to an assault charge. It is available where you believed on reasonable grounds that your conduct was necessary to defend yourself or another person from unlawful violence and the response was reasonably proportionate to the threat. Whether self-defence is available depends entirely on the specific facts and the evidence. We assess the viability of the defence against the full brief of evidence before any plea is entered.
Is it too late to get a lawyer before my court date?
It is rarely too late. However, earlier advice provides more options and allows the matter to be properly prepared before any decision about plea is made. An assault charge should never be approached without proper legal advice on the available defences and the realistic prospects. We can take instructions and arrange representation at short notice, including on the day of the first mention where urgent representation is required.
Can I avoid a criminal record for an assault charge?
In appropriate first-offence matters, a Section 10 conditional release order without conviction is available for assault charges and avoids a criminal record entirely. Whether it is available depends on the nature and seriousness of the offence, your prior history and the quality of the sentencing material and submissions placed before the Judge. We assess the realistic prospects at the initial consultation having regard to the specific charge and your circumstances.
How much will this cost?
Fixed fee options are available for most Local Court assault matters and fees are confirmed before any work begins. For District Court assault matters, a detailed fee estimate is provided at the initial consultation. You will know the cost before proceeding and no additional charges arise without your prior agreement.
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