Organised Crime and Anti-Association Laws
Organised crime and anti association laws in Australia can involve restrictions on who a person may communicate with, how certain groups are defined and what conduct may be interpreted as participation in criminal activity. Many people want clarity about how these laws operate, what evidence authorities rely on and how different types of contact may be assessed.
This page outlines the general issues that may arise and explains how Law Tram provides a secure and obligation-free way to connect with licensed Australian lawyers who can discuss your circumstances confidentially.
Facing serious charges under anti-gang or anti-association laws?
Australian states and territories have introduced a range of laws targeting organised crime, outlaw motorcycle gangs, and other criminal networks. These laws can result in serious charges based on who you associate with, not just what you’ve done. Penalties can include lengthy prison terms, control orders, and asset seizure.
Anti-association offences may involve attending clubhouses, contacting certain individuals, or wearing prohibited insignia in public. You don’t need to be formally linked to a gang to face consequences.
Law Tram connects you with lawyers who understand the complex and often controversial nature of these laws, including how to challenge association-based charges or seek to vary control orders.
Law Tram's Legal Partners can assist with organised crime and anti-association matters, including:
- Charges under serious organised crime or anti-gang legislation
- Association offences for contacting certain people or attending locations
- Control orders, public safety orders or anti-consorting laws
- Wearing banned patches or insignia in prohibited areas
- Participation in criminal group or gang-related activities
- Responding to surveillance or covert investigations
- Asset seizure or proceeds of crime applications
- Challenging unconstitutional application of anti-association laws
Why choose Law Tram
- Connect with lawyers who understand anti association legislation
- Confidential platform to outline your situation
- Guidance on what information or documents may be relevant
- No obligation to engage any lawyer you speak with
- Lawyers help you understand the legal considerations involved
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Legal information only – not a substitute for advice
This page provides general legal information only. It is not legal advice and should not be relied on as such. Criminal charges can carry serious penalties and strict time limits. You should seek advice from an Australian Legal Practitioner as early as possible, especially before speaking to police or attending court.
Law Tram does not provide emergency legal support or crisis response services and does not assist in finding legal representation for minors.
Take the first step toward resolution
Law Tram offers a secure, efficient and supportive way to connect with lawyers who understand the legal issues involved in organised crime and anti association laws. Whether your situation involves concerns about declared organisations, communication restrictions, police notices or uncertainty about how your conduct may be interpreted, our platform helps you access tailored legal guidance before you decide how to proceed.
Take the first step with clarity and peace of mind by starting your free online consultation with Law Tram now.
Frequently Asked Questions
These laws prohibit certain individuals — often those with criminal convictions — from communicating or associating with each other. Even a conversation in public can lead to a charge.
No. You can be charged for associating with someone the police believe is involved in criminal activity, even if you have no direct involvement.
Yes. Some states ban the display of outlaw motorcycle gang insignia in public, and breaching these bans is a criminal offence.
It’s a court order that restricts who you can contact, where you can go and what activities you can take part in. Breaching a control order can lead to further charges.
Yes. Some anti-association laws have been found unconstitutional in the past. A lawyer can advise whether your situation may justify a legal challenge.
Police notices, correspondence, timelines of contact, digital communication records and any information about the people involved can help a lawyer explain the general issues that may arise.
Yes. A lawyer can outline the general criteria authorities use when determining whether a group or organisation falls within these laws.
Yes. A lawyer can explain how context, frequency of contact and surrounding circumstances may be considered in these matters.