Cause Challenges – Can The Defence Challenge a Juror’s Selection In The UK
Juror Cause Challenges are common for the defence to use in the US to remove to unsuitable jurors, but can this be used in the UK?
How Circumstances Can Affect Sentencing
When someone charged with theft of £3000 received a harsher sentence than someone who stole £22000 – eyebrows were raised. Here we look at how circumstances surrounding an individual saw why these sentences were correct.
Clampdown on Unlawful Subletting
With AirBnB listings soaring since 2015 by 400% – an investigation is underway into a clampdown on unlawful subletting of social housing. This article looks at what the offence is and what the implications are.
What Is The Law On Using A Mobile Phone & Driving
Article looking at the implications and rules of the law of using a mobile phone whilst driving. Everyone assumes you just can’t use a mobile whilst driving – no matter what – but is this really the case? A recent case suggests not…
Is It Possible To Know Your Sentence Before You Plead?
Article looking if it is possible to know a sentence before a plea is made. Knowing what your sentence will be can influence your defence approach. Here we look at whether it is possible and the circumstances where this may be the case.
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