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Bail applications: Step by step guide

  • 2 CPD Points
  • Start Any Time
  • Interactive
  • Start from $249.00
  • ID048_CRIM
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Course Overview

"Bail" grants liberty in the context of an offence or alleged offence. The application itself involves five key steps which is governed in NSW by the Bail Act 2013 (NSW). This legislation establishes a framework to decide whether individuals accused of offences should be detained or released, with or without conditions. 

This course, crafted for a standard two-hour duration, will guide you through the intricacies of bail procedures. Completion of the course may earn you up to 2 CPD units. The College of Law extends gratitude to James McInerney for his invaluable subject matter expertise, contributing to the comprehensive nature of this course.

You'll explore topics like: 

  • Getting started
  • Client interview
  • Show cause, bail concerns and unacceptable risk
  • Presenting a bail application 

The course contains content that falls within the mandatory CPD category of Professional Skills.

Course Structure

  • Getting started 
  • Client interview
  • Show cause, bail concerns and unacceptable risk
  • Presenting a bail application 
     

Materials were easy to understand and enjoyed the quizzes at the end to cement my knowledge.

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With our online on-demand interactive courses, you can learn when and where it suits you. We’ve designed each course to provide both education and enjoyment.

Each course offers a mix of engaging exercises, where you’ll gain access to:

  • Interactive activities to challenge your understanding and put your knowledge to the test. You’ll also enjoy engaging exercises, such as flip cards, quizzes and drafting activities.
  • Clearly identified outcomes so you know precisely what you’ll learn – and the skills you’ll gain. You’ll also be able to track your development and focus on key improvement areas.
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  • Feedback and template answers so you can refine your skills, grow your knowledge and gain fresh insights.

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If so, and you’re not a WA practitioner, you should claim 1 unit for each hour of participation, not including breaks.

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However, you may earn CPD points by attending select live CPD events or by completing select CPD Interactive modules.

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