A new Bill replacing Queensland’s so-called VLAD “anti-bikie” laws indicates there is less chance of innocent riders accidentally consorting at a Toy Run, charity event or shop ride. These new laws ...
The consorting warning notice served on accused criminal gang member Harley Barbaro was invalid, it has been claimed in court. Barbaro, who is accused of being a member of the Villains criminal gang, ...
A prominent criminal lawyer has backed the ACT government's stance against anti-consorting laws, saying they would amount to "cherry-picking" some human rights and discarding others. Canberra Criminal ...
Appearing via video link from prison, Shannon Brian Chapple pleaded guilty in Cairns Magistrates Court to 15 offences. Some included habitually consorting with recognised offenders, possessing cocaine ...
Accused Villains street gang member Harley Barbaro also claimed the family of Liam Scorsese, a bikie associate shot by police, were forced to hold his funeral in shifts due to the laws. Barbaro, who ...
Police allege the men continued to consort with convicted offenders despite warnings, occurring during national runs and the gang’s 50th anniversary celebrations. Raptor Squad officers have charged 12 ...
A Mongols bikie gang member has been sentenced to six months’ additional jail time after pleading guilty to 15 offences including cocaine possession and consorting with criminals. Appearing via video ...