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.
Police Officer Cleared of Murder Faces Misconduct Probe
Criminal justice applies equally to police officers as to civilians—accountability must prevail to maintain public trust and the rule of law.
Crackdown on Knife Crime Content with Fines for Social Media Companies
The UK Government will fine social media companies up to £60,000 for failing to remove knife crime content. Find out what has prompted this clampdown.
Police Seize Over £100K in Illegal Vehicles Under Proceeds of Crime Powers
Police seize £100k worth of illegal vehicles under Proceeds of Crime powers after raids in Greater Manchester. Find out how criminal law tackles these cases.
Criminal Behaviour Orders (CBOs) and Greater Manchester Police: What You Need to Know
Facing a CBO in Greater Manchester? Find out how GMP are using CBOs to tackle anti-social behaviour and how Morton’s Solicitors can help defend your rights.
Prison Officers Call for Electric Stun Guns
UK prison officers are calling for electric stun guns after a violent attack at HMP Frankland. But would this improve staff safety—or raise risks for prisoners and increase abuse of power?
Influencer-Fuelled Misogyny in Schools Sparks Fears of Links to Future Domestic and Sexual Abuse
Teachers warn misogynistic influencers are fuelling sexist behaviour in schools—raising fears of links to future domestic and sexual abuse.
The Safest – and Most Dangerous – Areas in Greater Manchester: What the Latest Crime Data Reveals
Discover the most dangerous and safest areas in Greater Manchester, according to the latest crime statistics. Learn why early legal representation is crucial.
Tommy Robinson Loses Appeal: What This Means for Contempt of Court Sentences and the Criminal Defence Process
Tommy Robinson loses appeal against 18-month contempt sentence. What the case reveals about the UK appeal process and criminal defence strategy.
Criminal Fronts on the High Street: Police Raids Expose Shocking Scale of Organised Crime Across UK Barbers and Vape Shops
Police raided 265 UK barbers, vape shops & mini-marts tied to crime gangs, uncovering money laundering, illegal work & exploitation.
Surrey Teacher Arrested After Confiscating Daughters’ iPads
When a Surrey teacher was arrested for confiscating her daughters’ iPads, it lead to a fraught and extremely frightening experience which spiralled out of control.
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