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.
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.
Broken Britain? What Recent Knife Crime Figures Really Reveal
Contrary to popular belief, knife crime in the UK is falling, latest figures show. We examine the data, trends and what it means for justice and communities.
Police Searches at Peter Mandelson Properties Over Links to Epstein
Police search properties linked to Peter Mandelson amid Epstein probe, raising key legal questions about misconduct in public office and due process.
Children to Receive Swifter Justice Under Revised Victims’ Code
New Victims’ Code reforms aim to support child victims through the justice system, with clearer rights, faster processes and stronger safeguards.
MP Looks to Scrap Recording of Non-Crime Hate Incidents
Plans to scrap non-crime hate incident records raise concerns for victims and defendants. We examine the legal and criminal defence implications.
Prison Capacity Breakpoint Reached This Summer Unless Action Is Taken
Government prison reforms avert a capacity crisis. What sentencing changes, recall rules and prison expansion mean for criminal defence cases.
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