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.
The Use of AI Chat in Law
Has the use of AI and apps such as ChatGPT got a place in law? We look at a recent case study which suggests maybe not…
New Bill To Ban Marriage / Civil Partnerships for Certain Prisoners
The Government are looking to ban marriage/civil partnerships in prison for certain prisoners. We look at why they are taking these steps.
Update – The Use of X-Ray Body Scanners (XRBS) on Prisoners
Since the use of X-Ray Body Scanning on prisoners was implemented last year – the first results have been published. Are they effective?
Sexual Offences – Can Government Afford It’s Toughened Stance?
What are the boundaries of freedom of speech. A recent case involving a protester shouting “Tory Scum!” at Iain Duncan Smith brought it into focus.
Freedom of Speech – “Tory Scum!”
What are the boundaries of freedom of speech. A recent case involving a protester shouting “Tory Scum!” at Iain Duncan Smith brought it into focus.
Government to Force Defendants to Attend Sentencing Hearings
The Government have announced they are to force defendants to attend sentencing hearings from 2024. We look at why this is being brought about.
Imprisonment for Public Protection Prisoners Offered a Glimmer of Hope
This week, the government tabled amendments to the Victims and Prisoners Bill, which is currently before parliament, in order to make amendments to the current IPP regime. If enacted, changes will be made to The Crime (Sentences) Act 1997.The changes will mean that people will be referred for review three years after their first release.
Legal News Round-Up – November 2023
Here we take a look at some of the legal news that made the headlines in November in the first of a new series of articles.
Concerns Raised Over Lack of Support for Prisoners on Release
A recent report into support for prisoners after release has raised concerns not enough is being done to help prisoners on the outside.
Police Informers – A Case of Risk & Reward
We look at police informers – and whether providing vital information about a crime could lead to a more favourable outcome.
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