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.
In our General News section there is invaluable advice and information – making it an all-encompassing resource – whilst illustrating why we lead the way!
Courts Backlog – How Will It Be Resolved?
The courts backlog has been worsened by the Covid-19 pandemic. However, steps are being taken to reduce the caseload. We look at the proposals.
Will Colston Statue Criminal Damage Acquittals Be Appealed?
With the acquittal of four defendants charged with criminal damage to the statue Colston Statue in Bristol, will the decision be appealed?
Resale Price Maintenance Agreements – Are they illegal?
Resale Price Maintenance Agreements are illegal. Here we look at what they are, the implications and recent examples of penalties issued.
Drink Driving Offences – All You Need to Know
With increased focus on drink driving from police forces across the UK at this time of year here’s what our guide on what you need to know.
Police Funding Increase by 7% to help support the “Beating Crime Plan”
A 7% police funding increase has been announced by the Government to help support the “Beating Crime Plan” – but how will it be used?
Review of Rape Prosecutions Conducted to help tackle “Rape Myths”
The introduction of a “Victims’ Law” would see greater consultation with victims under a new proposal. We look at the implications.
Introduction of “Victims’ Law” Would See Greater Consultation With Victims
The introduction of a “Victims’ Law” would see greater consultation with victims under a new proposal. We look at the implications.
The use of DNA and biometric evidence
The collection of DNA and Biometric evidence and then it’s use in cases has so many considerations. Here we look more into the details.
Tony’s Law – What is it and how has it come about?
The introduction of Tony’s Law sees the lengthening of sentences for offences resulting in injury, cruelty or death of a child or someone in a person’s care.
Towing a Caravan or Trailer and the Law
If you passed your driving test after 1997 you need to take a test to tow a caravan or trailer. The law is due to change and we look at the implications.
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