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.
Parole Board Reforms – What Will They Mean?
New Parole Board reforms are taking place which will see more members with a policing background added to the panel. We look at the implications.
Should there be a lifetime ban from driving?
Should a lifetime ban for driving be appropriate in certain circumstances. We look at recent case studies into the notion of a lifetime ban.
Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) Prisoners Refused “Get out of Jail Card”
Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) Prisoners are “left in limbo” according to a recent report. We look at why this is…
Mason Greenwood Case – What Do We Know?
As the charges against Mason Greenwood are dropped, we look at providing some consideration into how this could happen.
Two reports raise grave concerns over prisoner care
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Control of Explosives Precursors and Poison
A review into causing death by dangerous driving sentencing is taking place following the increase in the maximum penalty to life. What’s the issue?
Death By Dangerous Driving Sentencing Review
A review into causing death by dangerous driving sentencing is taking place following the increase in the maximum penalty to life. What’s the issue?
Recent Modern Slavery Appeal Highlights Complexity of Such Cases
A recent Modern Slavery Appeal case has highlighted the complexities surrounding such cases. We take a deep dive into the findings.
The Merchant Shipping (Watercraft) Order 2023
The Merchant Shipping (Watercraft) Order 2023 is new legislation being introduced to tackle crimes committed on bodies of water. We look at the implications.
Landfill Tax & Waste Crime
Investigations into Landfill Tax and Waste Crimes could soon be stepped up following a report from the Environment Agency – we look into what the implications
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