Have you been charged with Negligently Causing Serious Injury?
Did you cause serious injury to another person, either by doing something or failing to do something? Were you responsible for this person's safety? Did you act alone, or are you being charged as a co-accused?
All these questions and more need to be carefully considered with an experienced criminal lawyer before you appear before a Court. This charge carries a potential penalty of 5 years in prison, so it is vital to prepare thoroughly.
For more information on Negligently Causing Serious Injury, Assault Offences read below.
Section 24 of the Crimes Act 1958.
The defendant's breach of the duty caused the alleged victim to suffer a "serious injury".
Negligently Causing Serious Injury cases will usually be heard in the County Court of Victoria. In some instances though police will list the charge in the Magistrates Court. The Court of Appeal has indicated that when this charge is laid in relation to driving, that the judiciary should treat the charge very seriously.
Obtain the services of an experienced criminal lawyer as soon as possible.
Preparation in relation to any matter is critical to achieving a positive outcome. Don't leave it to the last minute.
If you have been charged with Negligently Causing Serious Injury contact us today and let us help you in preparing your matter.
A person who by negligently doing or omitting to do an act causes serious injury to another person is guilty of an indictable offence.