The Law

The law can be rather scary when you don't know what it's all about. The good news is that www.lawstuff.org.au has info about the legal rights of under 18's ranging from getting your drivers licence to who has the right to search you.

And, for a NT perspective you can check out the following Youth Rights & Responsibilities Fact Sheets that were prepared by members of the 2001 Chief Minister's Round Table of Young Territorians:

If you are in contact with the Police, you can call the NT Legal Aid Commission for a copy of their booklet, Cop This.

The NT Legal Aid Commission can be contacted on:

Toll-Free Number – 1800 019 343
Darwin – (08) 8999 3000
Alice Springs – (08) 8951 5377
Katherine – (08) 8973 8704

If you're over 18, you can also contact the Darwin Community Legal Service on telephone (08) 8982 1111 or email info@dcls.org.au.

Consumer Rights

Think you just got ripped off? Check out the Northern Territory Consumer Affairs web site.

For more information and advice on any consumer or tenancy issues, telephone:

8999 1999
1800 019 319 (Free call number)

Click here to grab a copy of the latest Cool Consumer newsletter.

A free mobile phone OR is it?

Are you getting a fair deal on your mobile phone?

The Australian Communications Authority's new Tool Kit offers free information on all aspects of the mobile phone market, including contracts, handsets, coverage and plans. Simply enter your details, and the Tool Kit will help you identify your needs and arm you with necessary information and questions to ask mobile phone companies.

You can also find more information on the safeguards in place to protect you. Click here to access the Tool Kit or call 1800 351135 for further information.