Legal self-help

This factsheet provides information on what to do if police conficate your property. ‘Confiscating’ property means police taking away property that you own or possess. When can police confiscate my property? If police are conducting a lawful search, they can...

This factsheet gives information about Body-worn video (BWV) in NSW. BWV is a portable camera worn by some police to record their interactions with the public. Police do not need your consent to start recording. But: the use of BWV...

This fact sheet explains the most common civil claims against NSW Police, and provides a brief overview of the legal process involved in making a claim against NSW Police.

This factsheet explains when police can detain you under the Mental Health Act and take you to a mental health facility, the processes that will be followed, and your options to make a complaint if you believe police have behaved...

This factsheet explains how to report a crime and what happens reporting a crime to police. Police may ask you to provide a statement at the time you report the crime, or at a later date. A statement is a...

This factsheet outlines your rights and responsibilities if police stop you while driving and ask you to undergo a mobile drug test. If you are driving a vehicle, police can ask you to undergo a drug test at any time....

NSW’s COVID-19 public heath orders are complex, and continue to evolve rapidly. It’s important to know your rights and responsibilities and to stay informed about ongoing changes. Factsheet revised 3 September 2021 IPlease note: the factsheet has been archived.For current...

This factsheet looks at how property is divided when a person separates from their partner or spouse. You can seek a property settlement if you are separated from your spouse or de facto partner. If you were in a de...

This factsheet outlines conduct that falls within the definition of family violence in family law and what you need to tell the court if you have experienced family violence. Warning: This factsheet contains information that may trigger you.If you need...

The law encourages parents to reach their own agreement in relation to the arrangements made for children after separation. Sometimes, this is not possible, particularly if you or your child have experienced family violence, you are seeking urgent orders, or...