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Carers Recognition Act 2005 (SA), Choking, suffocation or strangulation in a domestic setting What is abuse? Intervention orders and tenancy agreements
Casino Act 1997 (SA), Barring Orders under the Liquor Licensing Act Other Barring Orders
Casino Regulations 2013 (SA), Other Barring Orders
Cheques Act 1986 (Cth), Cheques
Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (SA), Custody or guardianship of the Chief Executive Religious and cultural activities Acts conferring jurisdiction Working with children checks What if a person has already had a screening check? How is "work with children" defined? Who is prohibited from working with children? How is a working with children check conducted? Is a fee payable? What is "assessable information"? When won't the screening unit assess all the information? What measures provide procedural fairness in the assessment? Must employers check that employees have obtained a check? Who can adopt?
Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Regulations 2019 (SA), Working with children checks How is "work with children" defined? Who is prohibited from working with children? What measures provide procedural fairness in the assessment? Must employers check that employees have obtained a check?
Child Sex Offenders Registration Act 2006 (SA), Registration of child sex offenders Paedophile restraint orders Indeterminate detention Sentencing Purposes, Principles and Factors Liability for further detention and supervision Do those who obtain a check have any ongoing obligations? Do employers have any ongoing obligations?
Child Sex Offenders Registration Regulations 2022 (SA), Registration of child sex offenders
Child Support (Assessment) Act 1989 (Cth), Parental rights and duties The role of Services Australia - Child Support Proof of Parentage Changing your assessment in special circumstances Limited Child Support Agreements Binding Child Support Agreements Setting aside a Child Support Agreement The family law system
Child Support (Registration and Collection) Act 1988 (Cth), The role of Services Australia - Child Support The family law system
Children and Young People (Oversight and Advocacy Bodies) Act 2016 (SA), South Australian Ombudsman What if a person has already had a screening check?
Children and Young People (Safety) Act 2017 (SA), Presumption of bail Children, young people and the law Legal age to babysit Leaving home Early childhood services and immunisation requirements Protection of children and young people Children and young people at risk Notification Investigation and intervention Care and Protection Orders Custody or guardianship of the Chief Executive Other person guardianship Review of administrative decisions Prescribed child protection complaints Who may apply for a Youth Treatment Order Child Safe Environments Education Can I be charged with an offence at any age? Acts conferring jurisdiction Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) Institutional and out of home care child sexual abuse What is "assessable information"? Must employers check that employees have obtained a check? When is an intervention order appropriate? Conflict with other court orders Changing a child's name Restrictive practices by registered NDIS providers
Children and Young People (Safety) Regulations 2017 (SA), Children and young people at risk Notification Investigation and intervention Other person guardianship Review of administrative decisions
Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 (Cth), Drones (Remotely Piloted Aircraft) What is a drone (Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA))? Types of Remotely Piloted Aircraft and Restrictions Based on Weight Standard operating conditions for Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Conditions particular to type of Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Operating Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) for Hire or Reward Penalties for Unsafe Flying Indoor Operation of a Remotely Piloted Aircraft
Civil Liability Act 1936 , Accidents on private and public property Who is liable? The Occupier's Responsibilities Accidents on roads and footpaths Injuries caused by other animals Determining fault What can be claimed? Reduction of claims Negligence Alcohol, tobacco products, e-cigarettes and other drugs Absolute privilege Racial hatred Three year time requirement - State law matters Child abuse - civil claims
Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) Act 1995 (Cth), Censorship Produce, show or sell indecent or offensive material
Climate Change Act 2022 (Cth), Commonwealth Responsibility
Coast Protection Act 1972 (SA), Nature Conservation
Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 (Cth), Public office - elections and voting Finding out who to sue Laws Affecting Prisoners Life in prison
Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act (Cth), Public office - elections and voting
Community Housing Providers (National Law) (South Australia) Act 2013 (SA), Acts conferring jurisdiction Community Housing The role of Housing SA Community housing providers Housing co-operatives Housing associations Resolving disputes
Community Titles Act 1996 , Minor Civil Actions Strata Titles Community Titles Key Documents and Terms Types of schemes Small schemes Buying into a community title Community corporation Powers of the corporation Officers of the corporation Records Access to information Common property Financial management By-laws (Rules) Breaching the by-laws Management committee General Meetings Voting at General Meetings Types of Resolutions Body corporate managers Owners' rights and responsibilities Disputes Converting from other schemes Common questions and answers Neighbours and the Law
Community Titles Regulations 2011 (SA), Community Titles Powers of the corporation Officers of the corporation Records Access to information Financial management Breaching the by-laws General Meetings Voting at General Meetings Types of Resolutions Body corporate managers Owners' rights and responsibilities
Competition and Consumer (Consumer Data Right) Rules 2020 (Cth), Consumer Data - Breaches and Rights
Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), Regulation of Business Does a contract have to be in writing? Consumer Protection The Role of Government Agencies Other Options for Consumers Statutory Guarantees Guarantees as to the supply of services Misleading or Deceptive Conduct Unfair Contract Terms Unsolicited consumer agreements Telemarketing Pyramid sales Gift Cards Consumer Data - Breaches and Rights Building Work Federal Court of Australia Action against the supplier Action against the manufacturer
Competition and Consumer Regulations 2010 (Cth), Consumer Protection Who is a Consumer? Other Options for Consumers Remedies Consumer remedies - supply of goods Consumer remedies - supply of services Misleading or Deceptive Conduct Unfair Practices Unfair Contract Terms Gift Cards
Consent to Medical Treatment and Palliative Care Act 1995 , Advance Care Directives Advance care directives before July 2014 Treatment Orders Acts conferring jurisdiction Patients' Rights Consent Children under 16 years When someone 16 or over can't consent Emergency medical or dental treatment Care when dying Voluntary Assisted Dying Pathway
Constitution Act 1934 , Public office - elections and voting The Australian Constitutional System Voice to Parliament Laws Affecting Prisoners
Construction Industry Long Service Leave Act 1987 (SA), Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) Long Service Leave
Controlled Substances (Controlled Drugs, Precursors and Plants) Regulations 2014 (SA), Simple Cannabis Offences Possession for personal use Manufacture, Cultivation and Sale Presumption of sale Possession or Sale of Equipment
Controlled Substances (Pure Amounts) Amendment Act 2022 (SA), Manufacture, Cultivation and Sale Trafficking of a Controlled Drug
Controlled Substances Act 1984 , Search and seizure Presumption of bail Intervention Orders and Child Protection Restraining Orders and Notices Assessment, treatment and detention orders for drug dependency Who may apply for a Youth Treatment Order Conditions of detention Representation of children Acts conferring jurisdiction What is a Crime? Alcohol, tobacco products, e-cigarettes and other drugs Drug Offences Aggravated offences Simple Cannabis Offences Possession for personal use Definition of 'possession' Manufacture, Cultivation and Sale Presumption of sale Manufacture of a Controlled Drug Possession or Sale of Equipment Sale or Possession of Instructions Production, promotion and sale of controlled drug alternatives Trafficking of a Controlled Drug Sentencing Principles Diversionary Schemes and the Treatment Intervention Court Police Powers Additional Offences Emergency declarations Care and Control Powers
Conveyancers Act 1994 , Acts conferring jurisdiction The Role of Government Agencies Land agents Agents Indemnity Fund
Copyright Act 1968 (Cth), Intellectual property The Copyright Act What is protected? Legal rights of owners Moral rights Who owns copyright? Duration periods by category of material Assignments and licences Infringement and remedies Acts that do not infringe copyright Design and copyright Frequently asked questions Laws relating to Journalists
Coroners Act 2003 , Coroner's Court State Courts How are royal commissions different from... Coroner's Inquests
Coroners Regulations 2020 , Coroner's Inquests
Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), Who can become bankrupt? Disadvantages of Bankruptcy Regulation of Business Businesses owned by a company Company directors Who can be a director? COVID-19 Insolvent Trading Relief General Duties of Directors - Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) Specific Duties of Directors Director Identification Numbers Insolvent Companies Retention of Title Arrangements Modern Slavery Reporting Requirements Working finance Resignation of a director Community organisations Committee members and officers Complaints against banking, financial services, insurance companies and super funds What credit contracts are excluded from the NCC? Insurance Investigation Hearing Starting proceedings in the Magistrates Court Public interest disclosures Transfer of business Upon the sale or winding up of the business Compensation and other remedies Financial management The duty of utmost good faith
Corporations Amendment (Meeting and Documents) Act 2022 (Cth), Does a contract have to be in writing?
Correctional Services Act 1982 , Arrest Warrants for arrest Notification Institutional and out of home care child sexual abuse Flying drones near correctional institutions Laws Affecting Prisoners Prison Institutions Going to Prison Admission to prison Searches and drug testing Life in prison Solitary confinement Restraints Contacting prisoners Breaches of regulations Hearings and inquiries Obstructing a Visiting Tribunal Breach of leave conditions Escaping Offences by prisoners Offences by others Release of Sentenced Prisoners Leave of absence Home detention Parole The Ombudsman SA Correctional Services Victim Register
Correctional Services Regulations 2016 (SA), Laws Affecting Prisoners Admission to prison Searches and drug testing Contacting prisoners Breaches of regulations Hearings and inquiries
Courts (Mediation and Arbitration) Act 1991 (Cth), Commercial and Other Mediation Services
Crimes Act 1914 (Cth), Search and seizure Arrest Presumption of bail What is a Crime? Commonwealth offences Citizenship Penalties for Unsafe Flying
Criminal Assets Confiscation Act 2005 (SA), Search and seizure Confiscation of assets or profits Unexplained wealth orders Forfeiture orders
Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth), Modern Slavery Reporting Requirements Stalking, cyber stalking and cyber bullying Firearms trafficking - Commonwealth offences 'Sexting' and the production and dissemination of child abuse material Distribution of invasive images ('image-based abuse') Intensive correction order Good behaviour bonds Citizenship Marriage Voluntary Assisted Dying Pathway Prosecution
Criminal Injuries Compensation Act 1978 , Victims of Crime Compensation Making the claim
Criminal Investigation (Covert Operations) Act 2009 (SA), Lawful authorisation exception
Criminal Investigation (Extraterritorial Offences) Act 1984 , Search and seizure
Criminal Law (Clamping, Impounding and Forfeiture of Vehicles) Act 2007 (SA), Clamping, impounding, seizure and forfeiture of vehicles
Criminal Law (Clamping, Impounding and Forfeiture of Vehicles) Regulations 2022 (SA), Clamping, impounding, seizure and forfeiture of vehicles
Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Act 2007 , Powers to search and examine Taking DNA Medical examination Victims and Volunteers DNA samples
Criminal Law (High Risk Offenders) Act 2015 (SA), Applying for bail Liability for further detention and supervision
Criminal Law (High Risk Offenders) Regulations 2015 (SA), Liability for further detention and supervision
Criminal Law (Sentencing) Act 1988 , The Sentencing Process Reduction of sentence for early guilty plea Cooperation with law enforcement agency for serious and organised criminal activity
Criminal Law Consolidation (General) (Human Remains Reporting) Amendment Regulations 2022 , Offences relating to human remains
Criminal Law Consolidation (General) Regulations 2021 (SA), Assault Assault causing harm Other assaults Causing death or harm by dangerous driving Unlawful Threats False or misleading information entered into ECMS (CourtSA) Assaulting a prescribed emergency worker Causing death or harm by dangerous driving Extreme Speed
Criminal Law Consolidation Act 1935 , Assisting an offender Search and seizure Police arrest procedure Police security officers, security guards and others Presumption of bail Parental rights and duties Legal age to babysit Notification School Discipline What is a Crime? Elements of a Criminal Offence Minor Indictable Offences Magistrates Court Diversion Program What is an aggravated offence? Common Offences Assault Assault causing harm Other assaults Causing death or harm by dangerous driving Choking, suffocation or strangulation in a domestic setting Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) Murder Manslaughter Offences relating to human remains Prohibited act involving human biological material Stalking, cyber stalking and cyber bullying Unlawful Threats Arson and property damage Deception Dishonest interference with merchandise Cheating at Gambling Computer offences False or misleading information entered into ECMS (CourtSA) Robbery Serious criminal trespass Theft and Receiving Definitions in relation to theft offences General deficiency Using a motor vehicle without consent Offences against prescribed emergency workers Assaulting a prescribed emergency worker Dangerous driving to escape police pursuit Shooting at a police officer Affray Riot Offences on public transport Gatecrashing - trespass at private parties Weapons Discharge of firearm to injure, annoy or frighten or damage property Sexual offences Encourage use of website dealing with child exploitation material Host or administer website dealing with child exploitation material Institutional and out of home care child sexual abuse Possession of child exploitation material Possession of child-like sex dolls Production of child exploitation material Production of child-like sex dolls Procuring child to commit indecent act 'Sexting' and the production and dissemination of child abuse material Sexual offences where the victim has a cognitive impairment (for example an intellectual disability) Unlawful sexual intercourse Registration of child sex offenders Dishonest communication with a child Criminal neglect Traffic Offences Appeals - Breach of Conditions Causing death or harm by dangerous driving Causing death or serious harm by careless use of vehicle Dangerous driving to escape police Driving while disqualified Extreme Speed Offences and Duties after Accidents Reckless driving causing injury or death Street Racing Throwing objects at vehicles Clamping, impounding, seizure and forfeiture of vehicles Sexual Offences Alternative verdicts in sexual assault cases Rape Consent to sexual activity Compelled sexual manipulation Indecent assault Incest Indeterminate detention Aggravated offences Serious and Organised Crime Participation in criminal organisation Criminal organisations in public places, prescribed places and prescribed events Defence of property Home invasion Duress Necessity (duress of circumstance) Sudden or extraordinary emergency Intoxication Mental Impairment Provocation Self defence Serious repeat offenders Pre-trial special hearings What types of convictions can be spent? Liability for further detention and supervision Criminal Defamation Marriage Criminal charges Assault Stalking Abortions Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) Care when dying Voluntary Assisted Dying Pathway Laws Affecting Prisoners Contacting prisoners Escaping Offences by others Parole Claims arising from homicide Suicide
Criminal Procedure (General) Regulations 2017 (SA), Pre-Committal Process Court costs
Criminal Procedure Act 1921 (SA), Arrest Intervention Orders and Child Protection Restraining Orders and Notices General Principles in Criminal Law Summary Offences Minor Indictable Offences Arson and property damage Paedophile restraint orders Sexual Offences Evidence in Sexual Assault Cases Alibi Bringing a defendant to Court Laying a charge Bringing the defendant to court First appearance in Court Indictable Offences Election Bringing the person charged to Court Pre-Committal Process Committal Process Charge Determination Committal Appearance No Case to Answer Committal for Sentence Committal for Trial Declining to prosecute The arraignment Preparing for trial Prosecutor's reply Court costs Appeals Application to set aside an ex parte conviction Right of appeal Appeals against conviction Appeals against sentence Liability for further detention and supervision State Courts Types of prisoners
Customs Act 1901 (Cth), Customs officers Arrest What is a Crime? Alcohol, tobacco products, e-cigarettes and other drugs Drug Offences Presumption of sale Tobacco and E-cigarettes Customs Act offences Importing Ancilliary offences Powers of Police and Customs officers