ACT Supreme Court

Prosecution of Mr Bernard Collaery withdrawn

Dr Christopher Ward SC has represented Mr Bernard Collaery in national security proceedings since 2018. The case has involved numerous applications to the ACT Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and High Court. The prosecution of Mr Collaery was withdrawn by the Attorney-General on 7 July 2022. Dr Ward SC describes the result as very pleasing and in the interests of justice and Australia's international relations. Dr Ward acted for Mr Collaery pro bono.

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