Changes to Emphasis of Hate Crime?
Hate crime carries with it significant punishments. Here we look at proposals which might shift the emphasis of hate crime offences.
Changes to Disclosure of Criminal Offenses?
The disclosure of criminal offences can harm chances of employment. But a recent proposal could make it easier for people to get back working.
The Impact of Covid on the Courts
Back in March more than 50% of courts closed due to the Covid pandemic. There were already huge backlogs, so how can the courts cope?
Fighting for a suspended prison sentence
Getting a suspended sentence means the conviction stands but the defendent doesn’t go to prison unless they re-offend. So what comes into consideration?
The Role of Jurors in Ensuring a Fair Trial
The role of a juror is to act only on the evidence presented in court. So what if a juror carries out their own “research” or shows bias? What are the implications?
Custody Time Limits during Coronavirus – Good News At Last!
A recent judgement turned down a prosecution bid to extend custody time because of a delayed trial during the pandemic and instead freed the defendent on bail.
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