Appeal Bail for Green Party Deputy Leader, Security Guard Guilty of Manslaughter and the Escheat Act

Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan

Prepare to be engrossed as Michael Mulligan from Mulligan Defence Lawyers dissects the intricate case of Ms. Davidson, deputy leader of the federal Green Party, whose criminal contempt conviction has stirred debate. The fine line between staunch activism and legal adherence is put to the test in our discussion of her bail pending appeal. We'll explore whether Davidson's bold pre-sentencing declarations will hold true as we scrutinize the nuanced balance of upholding one's convictions vs the rule of law. This episode promises a riveting look at the intersection of law and politics, with implications that reach well beyond a single court decision.
Also, on the show, a security guard is found guilty of manslaughter after an intruder he apprehended died.
Finally, venture with us on a historic expedition through the annals of property law. We unravel a legal saga rooted in the 1920s over land ownership, escheatment, and the labyrinth of legal processes that ensue when land reverts to the Crown. The tale of two lots near Nelson, entangled in a legal odyssey involving a company's dissolution and a forgotten land transfer, provides a stunning backdrop for our analysis. As we dissect the recent Court of Appeal decision, we examine the broader consequences for land rights and the evolution of property law that continue to resonate today. Join us for an engaging journey that is as much about legal facts as it is about the stories of those who navigate them.
Follow this link for a transcipt of the show and links to the cases discussed.

Chapters

1. Bail Appeal and Manslaughter Case Discussion (00:00:00)

2. Property Ownership and Legal History (00:15:02)