Madelyn Rologas
Lawyer
Madelyn joined Gilshenan and Luton in 2020. She gained a wealth of experience as a paralegal and was admitted as a solicitor in December 2021.
Madelyn is available to assist in all aspects of criminal law, and has a particular interest in:
Outside of work, Madelyn enjoys travelling, going to the gym and spending time with her dog, Carlos.
Recent articles by Madelyn
Good behaviour bonds Queensland
A sentencing option available to Magistrates and Judges in appropriate cases, is what’s known as a ‘good behaviour bond’. A good behaviour bond allows the offender to remain in the community on the condition that they will be of good behaviour for the period of the good behaviour order.
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Common court orders in Queensland criminal sentencing
In Queensland, the Penalties and Sentences Act 1992 (Qld) (“the Act”) contains the sentencing principles, guidelines and options applied by the court when imposing a penalty for a criminal offence.
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Higher penalties: mobile phone use and seatbelt laws in Queensland
As of 26 July 2021, even stricter laws apply to Queensland drivers relating to the use of mobile phones and seatbelts. The changes to the law include increased penalties and more enforcement of the rules.
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