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Catch up on the latest news from Craig Caldicott Lawyers. We are here to talk (and walk) you through South Australian Law, updates and changes and what to expect when you go to court. 

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Appealing a licence disqualification in South Australia

News / Latest Craig Caldicott Lawyers are here to talk (and walk) you through what to expect when you go to Court.  In some situations, a licence disqualification or suspension can be appealed to the Magistrates Court.  The most common appeal relates to Provisional (Ps) or Probationary licence holders. We

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Pleading guilty or not guilty: What should you consider?

News / Latest Craig Caldicott Lawyers are here to talk (and walk) you through what to expect when you go to Court.  There are many factors to consider when deciding whether to plead guilty or not guilty to criminal charges. One factor alone should not be the only reason why

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What happens in a sexual assault allegation?

News / Latest Craig Caldicott Lawyers are here to talk (and walk) you through what to expect when you go to Court.  The majority of investigations into sexual crimes begin with a complaint to police. That complaint is usually made by or on behalf of the victim of that alleged

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Money Laundering explained

News / Latest Craig Caldicott Lawyers are here to talk (and walk) you through what to expect when you go to Court.  The offence of Money Laundering is not just about converting ‘dirty’ money into ‘clean’ money. It is wider than that.  In South Australia, Money Laundering can be charged

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Charged with driving while suspended / disqualified? 

News / Latest Craig Caldicott Lawyers are here to talk (and walk) you through what to expect when you go to Court.  Being charged with Driving While Suspended or Disqualified can be a daunting experience.   A suspension usually comes about due to failure to pay outstanding fines or otherwise deal

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Top tips for students interested in Criminal Law

News / Latest Craig Caldicott Lawyers are here to talk (and walk) you through what to expect when you go to Court.  Criminal Law is an interesting and ever-changing profession.   For law students drawn to a potential career in Criminal Law (whether defending or prosecuting), these are Craig Caldicott Lawyers’

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Craig Caldicott Lawyers – 2026 Doyle’s Guide

News / Latest Craig Caldicott Lawyers are here to talk (and walk) you through what to expect when you go to Court.  We’re proud to share some exciting recognition from Doyle’s Guide, which celebrates leading legal talent across Australia. Doyle’s Guide is an independent, peer-reviewed legal directory that ranks leading

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Craig Caldicott on ABC Radio Adelaide

News / Latest Craig Caldicott Lawyers are here to talk (and walk) you through what to expect when you go to Court.  Craig Caldicott OAM was recently on ABC Radio Adelaide’s Drive program to discuss an important legal issue that affects all South Australians: what rights people have when they

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Should I tell my lawyer everything?

News / Latest Craig Caldicott Lawyers are here to talk (and walk) you through what to expect when you go to Court.  The short answer from a criminal lawyer is: it depends. What does it depend on? Deciding what to tell your lawyer depends on a few things such as

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Drug driving laws in South Australia

News / Latest Craig Caldicott Lawyers are here to talk (and walk) you through what to expect when you go to Court.  In South Australia, ‘drug driving’ is an offence of driving with prescribed drug in oral fluid.  Prescribed drugs include:  THC / cannabis Methylamphetamine MDMA Cocaine   In South Australia,

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The major indictable Court process

News / Latest Craig Caldicott Lawyers are here to talk (and walk) you through what to expect when you go to Court.  Being charged with a major indictable offence can be a daunting and scary time.  ‘Major indictable’ is the most serious category of offence in South Australia. This category

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“Tough on crime” – The real impact on our youth 

News / Latest Craig Caldicott Lawyers are here to talk (and walk) you through what to expect when you go to Court.  ABC reporter Kirstie Wellauer has recently written an article urging the government to intervene and break the cycle of crime in the youth justice system. The article gives

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Australian Criminal Lawyers Conference 2026

News / Latest Craig Caldicott Lawyers are here to talk (and walk) you through what to expect when you go to Court.  The Craig Caldicott Legal team have returned inspired from the Australian Criminal Lawyers Conference 2026 in Sydney. Graciously hosted by Doogue and George Defence Lawyers, this year’s conference

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