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Drunk and disorderly offence going from Victorian law

by Shane McClure
January 25, 2020September 8, 2021

Sadly, a situation all too common on the streets of Victoria in today’s society is being drunk and disorderly.

However, the law has often been seen as discriminatory, especially toward indigenous people. In fact, the law itself – in which Victoria is one of the last states set to abolish – was recommended to be done so in the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody almost 30 years ago.Read More »Drunk and disorderly offence going from Victorian law

Kyneton Magistrates’ Court

by Shane McClure
December 30, 2019June 2, 2021

Image by FMSA Arhitecture via https://www.fmsa.com.au/projects/kyneton-court-redevelopment/ Kyneton Magistrates’ Court Are you looking for a lawyer to represent you in front of the Kyneton Magistrates’ Court? Shane McClure has over a decade of experience representing individuals in both criminal and civil… Read More »Kyneton Magistrates’ Court

Mediation 2020: New Year, New Beginning

by Shane McClure
December 30, 2019January 16, 2021

Mediation 2020: New Year, New Beginning The New Year is a time for resolutions and for starting afresh. It is the time when family reunions have been held over Christmas and there is goodwill following exchanges of presents from loved ones.… Read More »Mediation 2020: New Year, New Beginning

How does an intervention order work?

by Shane McClure
October 4, 2019January 16, 2021

How does an intervention order work? An intervention order is an order issued by the Magistrates’ Court to protect a person affected by physical, psychological or material harm, by imposing rules or conditions on how the respondent (alleged defendant) can… Read More »How does an intervention order work?

Growing up on AFL Grand Final day

by Shane McClure
September 28, 2019May 1, 2020

Recalling my past AFL Grand Final days I remember spending time with close family members and loved ones, as we cheered on someone else’s team. Whether it was enjoying it at home, or racing to someone else’s house shortly before… Read More »Growing up on AFL Grand Final day

How do you fight an intervention order

by Shane McClure
September 7, 2019September 10, 2021

An Intervention Order is a court order that imposes restrictions on how you can act towards the protected person. An Intervention Order is civil in nature and does not result in a criminal record. They can however have family law… Read More »How do you fight an intervention order

Importance of ‘genuine effort’ in family dispute resolution

by Shane McClure
August 17, 2019May 1, 2020

Importance of ‘genuine effort’ in family dispute resolution mediation A Section 60I certificate is issued in compliance with Section 60I of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), as amended, and requires all persons who have a dispute about children to… Read More »Importance of ‘genuine effort’ in family dispute resolution

Section 60i Certificates – What are they?

by Shane McClure
July 27, 2019January 16, 2021

Section 60i Certificates – What are they? A Section 60I Certificate is issued by family dispute resolution practitioners pursuant to Chapter 21, Section 60I, of the Family Law Act, requiring all persons who are applying for a parenting order to… Read More »Section 60i Certificates – What are they?

Court appearances-what to expect

by Shane McClure
July 6, 2019May 1, 2020

Court Appearances – What to expect Regardless of what side of a legal matter you are on, a court appearance can be a daunting experience for many people. What to expect can vary if you are the accused or the… Read More »Court appearances-what to expect