HIRE CRIMINAL LAW CENTRE AS YOUR BAIL LAWYER

If you are looking to hire a criminal lawyer with experience in bail matters, Criminal Law Centre can help. We have handled all manner of criminal cases.

We have seen cases where bail was granted immediately, without question. We have also seen cases where clients were repeatedly denied bail, for one reason or another. We can help you navigate the confusing process of applying for bail, whether you are applying for the first time, or appealing based on a change of circumstances.

Criminal Law Centre are contactable 24/7 and will readily attend any court to make your application for bail. We have often appeared for clients who are taken to Parramatta Bails Court on weekends and public holidays for their case to be heard.

When considering whether you have sufficient grounds for bail being granted, Paul Wiggins trading as the Criminal Law Centre takes into account all factors that are relevant to you.

WHAT IS A SHOW CAUSE BAIL APPLICATION?

When making a bail application, the court considers whether the offence is a Show Cause Offence. If it is a show cause offence, the court must refuse bail unless the accused person shows cause why his or her detention is not justified.

If the accused person demonstrates why their detention is not justified, the Magistrate or Judge must make a bail decision in accordance with the Unacceptable Risk Test. To consider the Unacceptable Risk Test, the court takes into account, if you are granted bail:

• Whether you will fail to appear at any future court dates
• If you will commit another offence whilst on bail
• Is there a danger to the safety of the victims or the community
• And where applicable if any witnesses or evidence will be tampered with

Following this test, the court then decides whether your risk can be mitigated (or reduced) by bail conditions.

The court considers your bail in accordance with whether you are a ‘flight risk’ and considerations in protecting the community, and where applicable, any complainants or victims.

The court has the power to:

• Grant bail conditionally (i.e. subject to court ordered conditions that must be complied with whilst on bail) or bail can be granted unconditionally (i.e. without conditions other than you attending court)
• Dispense with bail (where a person is released from custody without any conditions)
• Refuse bail.

Committing an offence whilst on bail is very serious. If your matter is pending in court, and you are incarcerated we can make an application for bail for the purposes of having you reside at a residential rehabilitation facility if you have any underlying drug or alcohol problem. Generally, certain conditions must be met, including having a placement available to you.

We are very experienced in getting bail for our clients for serious indictable offences. We will do everything in our power to help you secure bail. Call us on (02) 9891 4200 to learn more.