Criminal Law – How Serious Are Avos (new South Wales)
There is a strong desire on the part of the legislature to reduce the incidence of, and provide protection to, the victims of domestic violence. Apprehended violence orders and bail are the main vehicles chosen to provide this protection. These provisions are fundamentally in aid of the prosecution.
Domestic Violence
Irish President Looks Into New Laws
The president of Northern Ireland, Mary McAleese, recently looked into two new controversial criminal laws that are set to be introduced in the country. These laws are based on gangland criminals and blasphemy.
A meeting of the Council of State was held at Aras an Uachtaráin, to discuss the legality of the legislation rather than simply signing them into law.
The two Bills being questioned are the Criminal Justice (Amendment) Bill 2009 and the Defamation Bill 2006, which were rushed through the Oireachtas in the weeks before the summer recess.
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