When Life’s not a Bed of Roses
We are born into a world with a ‘life sentence’ to abide by the law. a law which is not freely taught, Nor easily understood.
Life Sentence is a place to gain some insight into the legal world and what laws may affect everyday people at different stages of their ‘life sentence’.
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Legal news, Analysis, and Information for common and intriguing aspects of life
CRIME, FAMILY, PROPERTY, HOT TOPICS
FAMILY LIFE
De Facto Relationships
Thinking of moving in with your partner? Are you a newly wed?
Make sure you are aware of the legal concepts and implications it may have on your assets. Discover the importance of setting up a document to protect yourself and the assets you own.
SEPARATION & RELATIONSHIP PROPERTY
Thinking of separating from your partner? Make sure you are aware of the implications and affect this may have in relation to the division of all your assets - with or without a previously drawn up agreement.
Family Violence
Are you a victim of abuse from someone you’re in a family relationship with?
Click the link below to find out more about family relationships, abuse and what can be done - it is ok to ask for help.
Parenting
Do you require assistance to secure a consistent and efficient routine between parents and your children? Issues with the other parent and seeking day-to-day care, or other parental concerns? Read about the steps to take and thresholds of the Court when it comes to parenting below.
Wills and Power of Attorney’s
Do you have assets that need protecting? Have you just started a family? Discover why it is paramount that you have a will to ensure your estate and assets are divided how you want. If the time comes that you can no longer make decisions for yourself, your enduring attorney can make these for you.
Property
Buying a property on your own, with a partner , or family? Just moved out of home and new to signing a tenancy agreement?
Learn about the risks and implications of purchasing property, leasing property, and renting below.
Criminal Offences and human rights
Traffic offences
Traffic offences are one of the most common acts of misconduct a person can be charged or fined with. Learn more about speeding tickets, driving whilst disqualified or on a limited license, drug driving and more via the link below.
assault
Assaults are a common and more serious misconduct which occurs throughout New Zealand. Find out more about the different charges of assault and the legal ramifications below.
Family Violence
Domestic violence is one of the most common acts of violence within New Zealand. Have you been charged with an act of violence against your in a family relationship with? Learn more about the case law and the potential outcomes from a criminal law perspective below.
Theft & RECEIVING
Have you been charged with taking an item of which you are not the rightful owner of ? Have you been caught with an item that belongs to someone else, and charged with “receiving” stolen goods? Find out more about theft and receiving below.
Drug offences
The war against drugs is prominent throughout the world. Whilst it can be managed through the notion of ‘crime’ it is a war against substances, and its use, that will never be diminished. Learn more about the legal ramifications of the use, supply and manufacture of illegal drugs below.
Sexual Crimes and Homicide
Sex crimes and homicide are the two most immoral acts a person can make. However, whilst we as a species have become more civilized, being an animal will always be at the center of our existence. Read more about the legal consequences and cases that have captured our attention below.
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