R v VD
VD was charged with one count of ‘use carriage service to harass’, contrary to section 474.17 of the Criminal Code contained in schedule 1 of the Crimes Act 1914 (Cth). The maximum term of imprisonment for this offence is three years, making it a relatively serious charge.
Chris Cole represented VD and his matter was heard in Fairfield Local Court. VD had been bail refused for over six months and Police sought to adjourn the matter. Cole opposed the adjournment and the presiding Magistrate agreed.
The Police ended up withdrawing the charge and the associated AVO. This was a great result for VD as he had no resulting criminal record and no AVO.