Property Offences
Property offences include a broad range of criminal charges involving the unlawful taking or destruction of someone else’s property. These matters can escalate quickly - what starts as a minor misunderstanding may lead to formal charges, potential jail time, and a permanent mark on your criminal record. Common examples include stealing from a workplace, shoplifting, break and enter, malicious property damage, trespassing, and receiving stolen goods. Whether it’s your first offence or you’re facing multiple allegations, legal advice is essential to ensure your rights are protected and your side of the story is heard. At Andrew Byrnes Law Group, our criminal defence team understands how to navigate the ACT and NSW legal systems. We offer straightforward guidance, work with you on realistic outcomes, and provide firm representation in court. We aim to resolve matters efficiently - often avoiding court where possible - but will strongly advocate for you when needed.
Charged with a property-related offence like theft, break and enter, or malicious damage? Our criminal lawyers in Canberra provide fast, strategic legal advice and defence tailored to your situation.
General information only — not legal advice. Penalties and section numbers change; speak with us about your specific circumstances. Call (02) 6210 1075.
How Andrew Byrnes Law Group Acts in Property Offence Matters
Property offences in Canberra often hinge on disputed intent, contested identification, and the value of the property. Andrew Byrnes Law Group defends the full range of property charges across the ACT Magistrates Court and ACT Supreme Court. Our team provides:
- Advice before any police interview, particularly where CCTV or witness identification is the primary evidence
- Detailed review of CCTV, body-worn camera, and forensic evidence
- Bail applications including for serious matters in the show-cause category
- Negotiations with police prosecutors and the DPP on charge selection and resolution
- Sentencing advocacy targeting section 17 non-conviction outcomes for first-offence matters
- Restitution and apology coordination where these support the sentencing outcome
- Coordination on parallel matters such as employment consequences and WWVP review
Serving Canberra and Surrounding Regions
Andrew Byrnes Law Group defends property offences across Canberra, Queanbeyan, Goulburn, Yass, Cooma, Wagga Wagga, and surrounding regions. Call (02) 6210 1075 for confidential advice.
Important — not legal advice
This page provides general information about ACT law. It is not legal advice and must not be relied on as such. Laws, penalties, and section numbers change, and how the law applies depends on your specific circumstances. For advice tailored to your situation, contact Andrew Byrnes Law Group on (02) 6210 1075 or via our contact page.
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