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.
Ian Huntley Dead After Attack in Prison
Ian Huntley Murdered – Why high-profile offenders face attacks in custody and the legal consequences of serious prison assaults.
Bristol Woman Faces 9 Years in Prison For Firearms Smuggling and Drug Importation Offences
Firearms smuggling and drug importation in the UK explained. Learn about serious weapons offences, Class A drug trafficking and criminal defence.
Disability and LGBT Hate Crimes to Become Aggravated Offences
Disability and LGBT hate crimes may become aggravated offences. What the proposed law means for sentencing and defence.
When a Crime Shocks a Community: Why Even the Most Horrific Cases Require a Defence
Horrific crimes still require defence. Why due process matters even in shocking murder cases to ensure our justice system is upheld.
People Smuggling Network Dismantled – Eight-Year Sentence for Organised Immigration Crime
People smuggler jailed for 8 years. Organised immigration crime, sentencing factors and legal implications explained.
Arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor – When Status Meets the Criminal Justice System
Former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested. What misconduct in public office means and the legal process explained.
Rising Complexity of Child Sex Abuse and Changing Legal Landscape
Child sexual abuse is rising in scale and complexity. What the latest figures mean and the legal implications explained.
Recent Report Shows Rail Travel Crime Hotspots
Busy UK stations top crime figures. What it means for passengers, facial recognition and your legal rights explained.
Live Facial Recognition on the Railways – What the BTP Trial Means for You
BTP launches live facial recognition trial in London. Legal implications and defence challenges explained.
Support Announced for Children Caught Carrying a Knife
Mandatory knife intervention plans for children explained. Legal implications and consequences of knife possession charges.
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