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.
Filming in Crown Court – What Will Be Filmed and Why?
With the proposal for cameras to be allowed into the Crown Courts for the first time ever – we look at why the change of stance and possible implications.
What is Helen’s Law?
Helen’s Law would see a change in parole terms that would mean murderers must reveal the whereabouts of a victim’s body before being considered for parole.
Date Rape Drugs & The Law
The recent case of serial rapist Reynhard Sinaga has brought the use of date rape drugs into the news again. So what is the law surrounding date rape drugs?
What to do if you get arrested abroad?
If you get arrested abroad then recent high-profile cases have shown just how important it is to seek appropriate legal representation.
The Right To An Interpreter
As well as legal representation, all defendants have the right to an interpreter to fully understand what is being said in court. Here we look at a defendant’s right to have an interpreter.
Why Are Pre-Sentence Reports Done?
Here we look at pre-sentence reports – what are they? why are they done? and how can they aid the defence in putting forward significant mitigating factors.
Disqualification From Keeping Animals – The Facts
Find out when disqualification from keeping animals can be handed out by the courts under a Section 34 of the Animal Welfare Act 2006. We also look at what scope there is – and ask, can it be avoided?
How The Courts Are Tackling Online Abuse
In today’s society, tackling online abuse is increasingly cropping up in criminal law. Here’s a recent appeal which shows how complex these matters can be – on a technical level – and how it appears the courts are getting to grips in tightening potential loop-holes.
Responding To Allegations – What NOT To Do
With the availability of Social Media – if you have been accused of something, it might be tempting for the accused or family/friends even, to start responding to allegations publically. This might be the wisest move. This article looks at the reasons why.
General Election Sees Plethora of Party Promises To Tackle Crime
On 10th March 2001, HRH Prince Andrew is alleged to have met and been photographed with a lady who has accused the Prince of sexual misconduct. In a BBC interview, Prince Andrew ridicules the suggestion and throws up two recollections – but are they a strong alibi?
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