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Violent Offences

Violent offence allegations can carry serious consequences, including imprisonment, intervention order issues, reputational damage and long-term effects on work and family life. 

Whether the allegation involves a single assault, a serious injury matter or a robbery-related offence, early representation can have a major impact on how the case is resolved.

At Paul Vale Criminal Law, our lawyers represent clients charged with a wide range of violent offences and provide practical, strategic advice about the strength of the case and the best path forward.

Violent Offences

Violent offence allegations can carry serious consequences, including imprisonment, intervention order issues, reputational damage and long-term effects on work and family life. 

Whether the allegation involves a single assault, a serious injury matter or a robbery-related offence, early representation can have a major impact on how the case is resolved.

At Paul Vale Criminal Law, our lawyers represent clients charged with a wide range of violent offences and provide practical, strategic advice about the strength of the case and the best path forward.

Common violent offence charges

Violent offence matters may include charges such as:
  • assault
  • unlawful assault
  • intentionally causing injury
  • recklessly causing injury
  • intentionally causing serious injury
  • recklessly causing serious injury
  • affray
  • armed robbery
  • related indictable violence offences

Some violent charges are dealt with in the Magistrates’ Court, while more serious matters proceed through the higher courts.

What matters in violent offence cases

Violent offence allegations are often highly fact-specific. The outcome may depend on whether the prosecution can prove intent, whether the complainant’s account is reliable, whether there is supporting CCTV or medical evidence, and whether self-defence or another legal issue arises. In some matters, the case turns on whether the incident has been overcharged. In others, the surrounding circumstances such as intoxication, prior conflict, inconsistent witness accounts, or the seriousness of the injury become central to the defence.

Sentencing and strategy

The seriousness of a violent offence matter can vary significantly. Relevant factors often include the extent of the injury, whether a weapon was alleged, whether the offending was planned, the vulnerability of the complainant, and any prior criminal history. Early preparation can assist with:

  • charge negotiations
  • contested hearings
  • plea strategy
  • mitigation material
  • sentencing submissions
  • bail applications  

How we assist

At Paul Vale Criminal Law, we represent clients in violent offence matters from police interview and bail through to contested hearing, plea, committal and trial. Our focus is on identifying the real issues early and pursuing the outcome that best protects your liberty, record and future.

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Disclaimer: Please be aware that the above piece is NOT intended to be definitive legal advice. If you have enquires relating to the above subject matter, please contact us for an obligation free, face to face consultation.