A DWC is a special court order where: • You plead or are found guilty, but no conviction is entered • The charge is dismissed without penalty (no fine or disqualification) • It does not appear as a criminal conviction Note: This is different from diversion – DWCs require court approval after considering the "gravity" of offending and consequences of a conviction.

Immediately if: • You're being investigated by police (even if not charged) • You've been arrested or asked to attend a police interview • You've received court documents • You're considering pleading guilty to any charge Why Early Action Matters: • We can often prevent charges being filed • Early engagement preserves critical evidence

While duty lawyers provide basic assistance, they cannot: ✓ Conduct pre-hearing investigations ✓ Challenge police evidence effectively ✓ Negotiate with prosecutors pre-hearing ✓ Prepare proper sentencing submissions ✓ Apply for discharge without conviction ✓ Represent you at trials if needed Our Advantage: Early engagement allows us to: • Review police evidence for flaws • Negotiate with prosecutors pre-court • Prepare proper affidavit evidence • Maximise chances of discharge without conviction or reduced penalties

Take immediate action: • Do not contact the accuser (even to protest innocence) – this may breach protection orders. • Document evidence: Save texts/emails, witness statements, or CCTV footage. • Request police disclosure (we can help obtain this before court). • Avoid discussing the case online or with others except your lawyer. Key Defence Strategies: ✔ Challenging inconsistent victim statements ✔ Proving you weren’t present at the alleged time/location ✔ Highlighting motive for false allegations (e.g., custody disputes)