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This factsheet outlines your options for dealing with a penalty notice in NSW, including paying in full or by instalments, seeking an internal review, electing to go to court, applying for hardship assistance such as a Work and Development Order, a 50% reduction, or a write-off, while warning that ignoring a fine leads to extra fees and enforcement action such as licence suspension.
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RLC backs prohibiting strip searches of children, queries the Bill's constitutional validity, and recommends Commonwealth-State reform, statutory safeguards, and amended protections under the Crimes Act 1914 (Cth).
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Scammers often target international students looking to rent at the beginning of semester this factsheet is about how to avoid being scammed and what to do if you are.
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An AVO is a court order to protect someone from harm and can affect your visa even without a conviction.
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Learn how to pay for travel correctly, avoid fines, and understand enforcement rules.
It also explains your options if you receive a fine, including review and appeal processes.
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An AVO is a court order that helps protect you from harm, with options to apply through police or the court.
Understanding the process, risks—especially for visa holders—and getting legal advice is important.
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This factsheet outlines key warning signs, practical tips to avoid scams, and the steps to take if you lose money or share personal information, including reporting and support options.
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This factsheet explains your basic rights and responsibilities if you are stopped by police while driving. It outlines when police can pull you over, what information you must provide, and your rights during searches, testing, and other interactions. It provides general information and is not a substitute for legal advice
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This factsheet explains your rights when police stop, question, or search you, and how to respond safely while protecting yourself legally.
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This factsheet by Redfern Legal Centre explains your rights when police come to your home.