Photos of two giants, drinking…
Many will be the national memories of Gough Whitlam. Here are some recorded in historic photos illustrating how he gave Aborigines the rights to their own land. 21 Oct 2014
CLA’s policy on criminal justice
All Australians are entitled to protection from arbitrary arrest and unnecessary detention; to a fair, speedy and public trial; to be presumed innocent until proven guilty, and to legal advice and representation.
Sentencing should be based on the principle of rehabilitation wherever possible.
Many will be the national memories of Gough Whitlam. Here are some recorded in historic photos illustrating how he gave Aborigines the rights to their own land. 21 Oct 2014
New and enlightened ‘sexting’ laws will prevent young people from getting criminal – and sex offender registry – records just for innocent selfie photographs. Other states should follow suit. 16 Oct 2014
Diverse interests, from Muslim groups to CLA, have combined to ask the government to delay its latest tranche of terror laws to allow more consideration and consultation. 16 Oct 2014
Justice Margaret McMurdo urges young lawyers to help entrench human rights in the hearts and minds of citizens..so we can have a charter of rights. 14 Oct 2014
A decision is expected within months in the Keogh case, an appeal under a new South Australian law being used for the first time. 9 Oct 2014
The latest report on women in prison in WA focuses on dealing with increasing numbers, rather than freeing up spaces by not jailing females unnecessarily. 9 Oct 2014