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Theft is called under a different name in NSW than in other States and Territories. In NSW it is called Larceny. Larceny is theft or stealing. The offence of larceny is contained in section 117 of the Crimes Act 1900 and carries a maximum penalty of five years imprisonment. The elements of larceny are not […]
Intentional damage is where the property belonging to you or another person is intentionally damaged, destroyed or graffitied and the intention is deliberate, malicious or reckless. Section 195 of the Crimes Act 1900 states: (1) A person who intentionally or recklessly destroys or damages property belonging to another or to that person and another is […]
Assault is considered a very serious crime in Australia. It can be defined as an intentional or reckless action that causes another person to fear or apprehend immediate violence. You don’t have to make physical contact to commit an assault, even raising your fist towards another person, or spitting at them can be an assault. Crimes […]