Question: Use the below scenario to demonstrate how to access relevant criminal legislation and policy. You are a new lawyer working for the DPP and have

Use the below scenario to demonstrate how to access relevant criminal legislation and policy.

You are a new lawyer working for the DPP and have been asked to check a full brief of evidence a police officer has submitted for a criminal trial - the offence is Unlawful wounding. The defendant is a 30-year-old man who identifies as Aboriginal.

  • Access the Criminal Code and find the offence of Unlawful Wounding.
  • Identify which type of offence this is (crime, misdemeanour or simple).
  • Identify the penalty
  • Identify which Queensland Court this criminal matter will commence in.

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