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.
Imprisonment for Public Protection Prisoners – Intervention by United Nations
Imprisonment for Public Protection Sentences have been called for a Government review by the United Nations. We look at their reasons why.
Proposals To Make it Easier to Sack Rogue Police Officers
Rogue police officers have been in the news recently, so proposals have been made to identify and remove rogue officers more efficiently.
Government Announces Plan to Ban on Machetes & “Zombie” Knives
A plan to ban machetes and “Zombie” knives has been announced by the govenment in relation to possession of such a knife. So what are the proposals?
New Sentencing Guidelines for Suffocation / Strangling Offences
A new offence of Suffocation/Strangling has been announced, with comprehensive sentencing principles set-out. We look at the new guidelines.
Lucy Letby – Whole Life Sentence and Why She Will Never Leave Prison
Lucy Letby received a whole life sentence that means she will die in prison. We look at the legal considerations for imposing the sentence.
Money Laundering Offences – The Complexity of Sentencing
The complexity of money laundering sentencing is highlighted here with the “double penalty” aspect often linked to another underlying crime…
Firearms Licensing Case and the use of “Secret Evidence”
The use of “secret” evidence in a recent firearms licensing case could open the door to similar instances. We look at the possible implications.
Crackdown on Football Tragedy Abuse
Clampdown on “Football Tragedy Related-Abuse” has been announced. We look at the whys and how this will be policed and charged.
Out of Court Disposals – Government Consults on Changes
Out Of Court Disposals have a two-tier framework which is due for consultation. What are the practicalities of the system and will it be effective?
Just Stop Oil Protestors Receive No Sympathy from Court of Appeal
A review of the Criminal Appeal System has been called for by The Law Commission. What has prompted this and what will the review involve?
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