Wrongdoing thrives in the darkness. Too often, it is only because of brave people who speak out that the public learns what is happening in the shadows.

There are lots of reasons why people may get lighter or heavier sentences than someone else who has committed the same crime.

You got this letter to say that your visa has been cancelled due to your offending. This means you no longer hold a visa.

If you are charged with breaking a rule in prison, this can result in disciplinary action, in addition to potential criminal charges.

In Queensland, there have been concerns raised about the way DNA evidence is processed and examined in forensic laboratories.

The way the NSW court system deals with bail hearings on weekdays has changed.

I am a first-time inmate in a Victorian prison and I am trying to obtain some accurate information with regards to my debts.

If a prisoner is detained in solitary confinement, the conditions they face in custody are significantly more challenging compared to the general prison population. In some cases, this may be taken into account by a sentencing court and result in a shorter sentence being imposed.

This guide doesn’t assume fair treatment, but it hopes to offer some tools to help you navigate online court while in prison.

Would I be forced to drop my appeal just to get to minimum security? Is this fair? My parole is due November 12 but I can’t see how I can get it.