I was caught painting some graffiti on the side of a building. I have been caught before and received a warning and a fine. The police said this time I would be charged with a criminal offence and have to go to court. What is going to happen next?
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Answer by Pearl Beaumont, Bronte 2024 NSW
- If you have been charged then you should have been provided with a charge sheet telling you:
- what you have been charged with;
- the address of the court you need to attend; and
- the time and date of the court hearing.
- If you have not received a charge sheet you can call the police station and ask for a copy of the documents to be sent to you.
- If you are still unsure a lawyer can help you with this inquiry.