General News Articles
Our General News section covers all the latest news, advice, changes in law and information you could need about criminal, motoring and sexual offence laws – as well as information about Morton’s Solicitors.
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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.
New Sentencing Guidelines for Animal Cruelty Offences
New sentencing guidelines for animal cruelty offences were introduced this week. We look at the new guidelines and why they’ve been introduced.
New Public Order Laws Aimed At Tackling Disruptive Protesting
New Public Order Laws have been brought in to tackle disruptive and damaging behaviour by protesters. Here we look at the new offences.
Government Plans to Reduce Offences Committed by Females with Female Offender Strategy Delivery Plan
The Government are looking at proposals to help reduce the number of female offenders. Here we look at the proposals and why now?
“Slow Walking” Offence To Be Introduced In New Bid To Tackle Protestor Disruption
A new offence of “disruptive slow walking” is to be introduced to provide police with more clarity in tackling protest disruption. Here are the implications.
Non-fatal Strangulation – Sentencing Guidelines
The offence of non-fatal strangulation or suffocation was introduced in 2022. We look at the sentencing guidlines and considerations.
Government Launches Consultation Into New Knife Crime Laws
The Government is to consult on tightening up of knife crime laws. Here we look at the focus of the consultation and it’s potential implications.
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