The Latest Breaking News from John Purnell SC

Killer complains of 'discrepancies, contradictions and inadequacies'

He argues it was unreasonable for a jury to find him guilty of murder.

The Canberra Times · Jul 5, 2023

Spitting brothel rapist back behind bars after guilty verdicts

The seasoned sex customer, who is said to have visited brothels 150 times, had his bail revoked after jurors convicted him of three offences.

The Canberra Times · Oct 13, 2022

Alleged rapist labelled 'naughty Joey' before he 'slapped his c--- around'

The receptionist of the brothel gave her witness testimony on Thursday.

The Canberra Times · Oct 6, 2022

Victims may have yawned when threatened by ranting bikie boss: barrister

A prosecutor has described the claim as "nonsense", noting the offender is not "a normal suburban dad".

The Canberra Times · Sep 1, 2022

Ex-cop sacked over fake rape case perjury 'an honest person', court told

It was unreasonable for a jury to convict the former police officer, whose honesty was "crystal clear", his barrister has argued.

The Canberra Times · Aug 17, 2022

'Evil' cruise ship sex offender thinks he is victim, child is criminal

A psychiatrist says the 49-year-old, described by his victim's mother as "evil", believes the boy is "95 per cent" to blame.

The Canberra Times · Jul 18, 2022

More offenders likely to be jailed with therapeutic court list full

Offenders who may be eligible for a therapeutic program, on hiatus, are now facing potential jail as the territory's prisoner costs remain the nation's highest.

The Canberra Times · May 14, 2022