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.
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Police Officers Under Investigation After Alleged Mishandling of Domestic Abuse Report
Four police officers investigated over alleged mishandling of domestic abuse report linked to the murder of Harshita Brella.
Looking into the Complexity of Criminal Law in Mass-Killings Cases.
Teen killer Nicholas Prosper jailed for life—how police stopped his planned school massacre. A criminal law perspective on his case.
Solicitor Suspended for Six Months After Stalking Conviction
Solicitor suspended for six months after stalking conviction. Learn about the tribunal’s decision and what it means for the legal sector.
The criminal law behind New Netflix drama Adolescence – The Legal Realities and Implications.
Explore the criminal law issues in Netflix’s Adolescence, from juvenile justice to online radicalisation and legal accountability.
Is a new law needed to tackle “lone-wolf” mass killings
Should the UK introduce a new law to tackle lone-wolf mass attacks? Explore the debate on preventing non-terrorist mass violence.
Judicial Independence and Sentencing: The Growing Debate on Pre-Sentence Reports
Justice Sec. urges withdrawal of new sentencing guidelines, sparking debate over fairness, judicial independence & a ‘two-tier’ system.
Prison Safety in Crisis: Why Expert Criminal Defence Lawyers Are More Vital Than Ever
Prison deaths, self-harm & assaults surge in England & Wales, raising urgent safety concerns & the need for expert criminal defence.
British Man Faces Death Penalty for Drug Offences Abroad
Discover the harsh penalties for drug offences abroad, from life sentences to the death penalty. Know the risks before you travel.
Legal News Round-Up – Ferbruary 2025
Here we take a look at some of the legal news that made the headlines in January in the latest of our series of round-up articles.
New Laws to Tackle Child Criminal Exploitation and Cuckooing
Knife Crime in the UK is on the rise and the Government have introduced tougher sentences and stricter restrictions to help tackle the issue.