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.
Lost Evidence and IT Failures: Serious Implications for Carrying Out Justice
A defence solicitor’s view on the HMCTS IT bug that hid or lost evidence for years, risking miscarriages of justice across UK courts.
Should Desecration of a Body Be Its Own Crime?
With calls by a victim’s family to make desecration of a body a stand-alone criminal offence, we look at some of the considerations for such a law.
Legal Analysis: UK Ninja Sword Ban Under Ronan’s Law
A defence solicitor’s view on the new UK ninja sword ban (Ronan’s Law): balancing public safety with fair legal rights and proportionality.
Why Judge-Supervised Drug Sentencing Is a Step Forward in Criminal Justice Reform
A defence view on judge-supervised drug sentences: why rehab-focused justice is often tougher — and more effective — than prison.
First Conviction Under New Internet Safety Laws – Dealing With New Offences As a Legal Defence Representative
A legal first under the Online Safety Act: A defence view on the challenges of prosecuting digital harm and intent in complex mental health cases.
The Complexities of Historic Murder Cases: A Defence Lawyer’s Perspective on the 1994 Shona Stevens Case
A defence lawyer’s view on the 1994 Shona Stevens case and the legal issues with historic murder charges after decades have passed.
New Offence to Target Violence-Obsessed Suspects – What It Means for Justice
The UK is introducing a new offence targeting non-ideological violent threats. But what does this mean for justice, liberty, and due process? A defence solicitor’s view.
Operation Journey: Northamptonshire Police Catch 30+ Motoring Offenders in Just 5 Hours
Northamptonshire Police nabbed 30+ motoring offences in a 5‑hour day of action. Find out what happened & how Morton’s Solicitors defend drivers in court.
Stockwell Six & Derek Ridgewell: Why Criminal Defence Must Fight Corruption
Stockwell Six convictions quashed after police corruption exposed. Why defence scrutiny matters in preventing miscarriages of justice.
UPDATED: Understanding the Sycamore Gap Trial: Criminal Charges and Legal Implications
Ongoing court case over Sycamore Gap tree felling raises questions about criminal damage laws and the serious consequences of heritage-related offences.
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