Sunshine Magistrates’ Court – Serious Family Violence Assault Charges Withdrawn
At Elbob & Stephenson Legal, we recently represented a 45-year-old male client who was facing serious family violence assault charges before the Sunshine Magistrates’ Court.
The allegations related to an alleged assault against his wife — charges which, if proven, carried the very real risk of a criminal conviction, significant penalties, and the potential for lasting consequences on both his personal life and future.
From the outset, our defence team conducted a thorough review of the prosecution’s brief of evidence. We identified several technical deficiencies in the way evidence had been obtained and sought to challenge its admissibility under the Evidence Act.
We raised these issues directly with the prosecution, demonstrating that key pieces of their evidence were unlikely to be admitted at trial. As a result, their case was significantly undermined.
Confronted with these evidentiary issues, the prosecution ultimately conceded the matter and withdrew all charges in full.
This meant:
Family violence charges are treated with the utmost seriousness by Victorian courts and often proceed even where the complainant does not support them. Having experienced criminal defence lawyers who understand both the law and the technical evidentiary requirements can make the difference between a conviction and a complete withdrawal.
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At Elbob & Stephenson Legal, we are specialists in defending clients charged with family violence offences. We know how to challenge the evidence, negotiate with prosecutors, and achieve outstanding outcomes — even in the most serious matters.
