The law seeks to support the safety, mental well-being and interests of people affected by family violence, including children who see, hear or are exposed to the effects of violence and abuse.

Consent to sex means you understand what you are giving consent to and there is nothing stopping you from showing if you agree, decline or change your mind to take part in sex or sexual activity.

There are a number of laws which are designed to stop bullies from victimising other people.

Drug laws are complex. It is against the law possess, use, produce, sell, drive under the influence of alcohol or drive while an illegal drug can be detected in your body.

A criminal record shows any criminal convictions that a person has. In some circumstances convictions can be removed or annulled from a criminal record.

Adjournment means setting a new date for a court hearing. A hearing may be adjourned before it has started or while it is in progress.