Criminal Law Articles
As one of the North West’s leading Criminal Solicitors, this section has all the useful articles we have collated which relate to criminal law. In this section you will find out about new laws, amendments to existing laws and precedents set – as well as opinion and lot’s of great advice from our award-winning crime team.
Winter of Action: What the Government’s New Crackdown Means for Policing – and for Those Facing Investigation
Government’s Winter of Action increases patrols and arrests for shop theft and ASB. Learn the legal risks and why early criminal defence advice is vital this winter.
Illegal Weight-Loss Drugs and The Hidden Criminal Risks
An investigation into the sale of an unlicensed weight loss pill could bring further legal implications for anyone involved.
Man Who “Made Pact With The Devil” Sentenced Over Possession… of “Extreme Material”
A man jailed after downloading extremist material highlights the risks of Schedule 7 stops, terrorism allegations and why early specialist legal advice is crucial.
Crime App Targets Pubs and Clubs
A crime-prevention app is being rolled out to pubs and clubs to target anti-social behaviour in Hampshire. Here we look at the potential implications.
Government Proposes to Limit Jury Trials to the Most Serious Criminal Cases
In a major shake-up – could only the most serious criminal court cases be decided by a jury? We look into the recent reported proposals.
Deaths of Prisoners With Epilepsy Preventable Independent Reports
A new PPO review exposes preventable epilepsy-related deaths in UK prisons. Here we look at the report and the duty of care in prisons.
UK Drug Deals Funding Russian War Machine – NCA Warns
The NCA has warned that UK Drug Deals are contributing towards a huge money-laundering collaboration which is part funding Russian war efforts.
“One of UK’s Most Prolific Sex Offenders” Given Life Sentence
Serial rapist Chao Xu jailed for life after spiking and filming victims. Here we examine the legal process and implications for such crimes.
Manchester Synagogue Attack Prompts Review into Public Order Offences & Hate Crime
Lord Macdonald KC to lead review of hate crime and public order laws following the Manchester Synagogue attack. Here we look at what the review aims to achieve.
Government to Scrap Police and Crime Commissioners: What This Means for Policing and Accountability
Police and Crime Commissioners to be abolished by 2028. Here we look at what the change means for police accountability, community safety, and victims’ services.
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