Charges Category: Jury Trials

What is child homicide? Child homicide is a serious offence under section 5A of the Crimes Act 1958 in Victoria. Child homicide is committed by a person whose conduct results in a child being killed in the circumstances of manslaughter. The child must be under

Have you been charged with Manslaughter as a result of surviving a suicide pact? The prosecution is required to prove the elements of Murder. It is then for the defendant to prove that the death occurred in the course of a suicide pact. As this

Have you been charged with Unintentional Killing in the Course of Furtherance of a Crime of Violence? Although the killing may have been accidental you could still receive the highest possible custodial sentence, due to the element of violence in the commission of the separate

Have you been charged with Defensive Homicide? There are a number of things to consider if you have been charged with this offence. Firstly, when did the alleged offence occur? The charge of defensive homicide is available only for offences committed on or after 23

Have you been charged with Manslaughter? If so, you will need the services of an experienced criminal lawyer. The Common Law defines Manslaughter as the unjustifiable killing of another in circumstances which do not constitute murder. The circumstances in which Manslaughter may be found vary.

Have you been charged with Infanticide? If so, there are a number of questions you will need to consider with the help of an experienced and compassionate criminal lawyer. Did your actions, or failure to act, cause the death of your child under 12 months

Have you been charged with Murder? This is considered the most serious offence of all and carries with it the lengthiest custodial sentence available to the Courts. If you are facing a Murder charge it is essential that you engage the services of a specialist