It is important to note that the penalties relevant to each offence are maximum penalties only.
The penalties for each offence range from a no-conviction to full-time imprisonment. The penalty is determined by a number of factors. There are also defences available to some offences.
These penalties are a guide only and may not apply to you. Contact us today to discuss the possible penalties and defences available to your case.
| OFFENCES | MAX. PENALTY |
|---|---|
| Common Assault | 2 years imprisonment |
| Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm | 5 years imprisonment |
| Reckless Wounding | 7 years imprisonment |
| Inflict Grievous Bodily Harm with Intent | 25 years imprisonment |
| Assault Causing Death | 20 years imprisonment |
| Intentionally Choke, Suffocate or Strangle | 5 years imprisonment |
| Sexual Assault | 14 years imprisonment |
| Sexual Touching | 5 years imprisonment |
| Stalk/Intimidate | 5 years imprisonment |
| Assault and other actions against police officers | 12 years imprisonment |
| Affray | 5 years imprisonment |
| Armed with Intent | 7 years imprisonment |
| Robbery | 14 years imprisonment |
| Break & Enter | 14 years imprisonment |
| Larceny | 5 years imprisonment |
| Destroy/Damage Property | 5 years imprisonment |
| Obtain Benefit by Deception | 10 years imprisonment |
| Possess or Supply Prohibited Drug | Depends on the drug |
| Fail to comply with reporting obligations | 5 years imprisonment |
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