Assaults / Violence Offences

Welcome to the Queensland Assaults / Violence Offences page. Everything you need to know about Assaults Violence Offences according to Queensland law can be found in this section of the website.

Each criminal law article contains information relating to:

• What the law states in regard to the offence?
• What the maximum penalty is?
• What the police and prosecution must prove?
• Possible defences
• Which court is likely to hear the matter?

Simply click on the law information link that relates to your enquiry.