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.
Crime Motivated By Paying Off Drug Debts
If you commit crime as part of paying off drug debts this could potentially be used as mitigating circumstances. We look at a recent case…
Government Announces Pilot Scheme for Community Service “Rapid Response Force”
A new pilot scheme for rapid response community service as part of a new “Community Payback” initiative. However, could it cause more harm?
The Impact of Pre-Sentence Reports On The Final Outcome
What are pre-sentencing reports and what impact can they have on sentencing within a case? Here we explain their importance.
Changes to Driving Offence Sentencing Likely to Lead to 470 More Prison Places
Recent changes to driving offence sentencing guidelines could lead up to 470 additional prison places per year. We look at the revised guidelines.
Trust in Police is “Hanging By a Thread”
Recent reports sugges that trust in our police forces are “hanging by a thread” – we look into where the police go from here.
Is Prison Overcrowding Having an Impact on Sentencing?
The overcrowding in our prisons is resulting in the issuing of more suspended prison sentences in some cases. We look at the impact of the issue.
Police Power & The Common Law
Police Powers for searching and seizing property have certain considerations under common law. We look at the lawfulness of these powers.
New Clampdown on Theft of Agricultural Tools & Equipment
New clampdown announced on the theft of agricultural tools and equipment following spike in theft of machines such as ATVs and other tools.
New Offences For Promoting Self-Harm Online
New offences relating to promoting self-harm online have been announced. We look at why they’ve been introduced and what the offences are.
Could New Test Pave Way for “Sleepy Driver” Prosecutions
New blood-tests could lead to more convictions of “sleep-deprived” drivers. We look at why the tests are being put forward and the implications.
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