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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Increasing Police Use of Drones As Their Eye in the Sky
The use of drones by police to help gather evidence and catch criminals has seen a sharp increase in the last couple of years. Here are some considerations.
The Victims & Prisoners Bill Enters Parliament
The Victims and Prisoners Bill is before Parliament. We take a look at what it will mean and the reaction to it.
Are Remote Hearings Fair?
Recent research into Remote Hearings – brought about since the Covid Pandemic – and the findings may come as a bit of a shock to many of you.
Wider Implications of Road Rage Highlighted By Recent Case
A recent Road Rage case has highlighted the potential wider implications of such actions – and how someone’s livelihood can be affected.
Reliability of Forensic Science Under the Microscope
Sentencing reforms for domestic murder and manslaughter offences are being proposed by the Government. Why is this and what will it mean?
Government Plans Sentencing Reforms for Domestic Murder and Manslaughter
Sentencing reforms for domestic murder and manslaughter offences are being proposed by the Government. Why is this and what will it mean?
Changes to Magistrates’ Sentencing Powers & Early Release
Magistrates’ sentencing powers and terms for early release are being changed. We look at what these changes are and the likely impact.
Judicial Complaints
Judicial Complaints can be made where people feel there is just reason. We look at what can lead a complaint and the process involved.
Sentence Changes for Child Cruelty Convictions
New sentencing guidelines for child cruelty offences are being introduced. We look at what they are and the implications.
Court Reforms – A Progress Report
The 2016 Court Reforms initiated by HMCTS are starting to reveal efficiencies – in particular cost savings. So how are effective are they?
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