General News Articles
Our General News section covers all the latest news, advice, changes in law and information you could need about criminal, motoring and sexual offence laws – as well as information about Morton’s Solicitors.
In our General News section there is invaluable advice and information – making it an all-encompassing resource – whilst illustrating why we lead the way!
Teen Confesses to Killing Mum on Discord
Discord and digital evidence in criminal cases raise key defence issues around attribution, context, admissibility and fairness in prosecutions.
Proposed Crossbow Ban Following Spate of Incidents
Proposed crossbow ban raises key criminal defence issues on licensing, possession offences and fair enforcement under new weapons laws.
YouGov Poll Reveals Startling Public Opinion on Policing in England and Wales
A YouGov survey reveals declining public confidence in policing. A criminal defence perspective on trust, reporting and fairness in the system.
Operation Vulcan Sees Clampdown on Anti-Social Behaviour in Brinnington
Operation Vulcan in Stockport raises key criminal defence issues around police powers, fairness and lawful enforcement in crime crackdowns.
Proposals Made For Police-style powers for fly-tipping enforcement
New powers for Environment Agency officers could change fly-tipping investigations. A criminal defence perspective on the proposed reforms.
How The Knife Angel’s Tour of the UK Helps Raise Awareness Of Knife Crime
Knife crime in the UK remains a concern. The Knife Angel highlights knife amnesties and efforts to reduce violence after a recent school stabbing.
New Online Crime Centre to Target Fraud Networks
A new Online Crime Centre to disrupt global scam networks has been launched. Here’s what the new anti-fraud measures mean.
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.











