Justice system ‘failing’ victims, Australian Law Reform Commission’s sexual violence inquiry report finds
In many ways my experience with the police and legal system was far worse, and far more traumatic, than the violence.’ ...
Court’s ruling that native title is ‘property’ is a victory for common sense
The High Court’s decision in Commonwealth v Yunupingu is a victory for common sense and the rule of law in this country.
Review recommends major changes to how sexual violence crimes are handled in the courts
The Australian Law Reform Commission set out to try and address the strikingly low rate of reporting of sexual offences and ...
The High Court made a landmark decision on native title law. Here’s what it means
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this article contains the name of a deceased person. The High Court of Australia has handed down a landmark judgement on native title law in ...
South Australian crime victims’ distress compounded hit by Australia’s worst court delays
South Australian crime victims are suffering greater distress from the country’s longest justice delays, advocates warn, amid ...
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Unfair justice system
The Solomon Islands justice system is inherited from the British system whereby parties bring their matters to court, and the court sits independently as a referee. The judges and Magistrates make ...