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!
The Impact of Coronavirus on Prosecutions
With the on-going coronavirus pandemic seemingly around for a while – here we look at the impact coronavirus could have on prosecutions.
What Counts As Mitigation?
In law, mitigation is factors which help lessen the severity of a crime or it’s punishment when taken into consideration. So what factors can be included?
Death By Dangerous Driving and Causation
A case study which shows the complexities of death by dangerous driving and causation which highlights that you don’t have to be THE cause to be A cause.
Sentencing Outside the Guidelines
When handing out sentences, courts have to follow guidelines that take several factors into account. What are they? And can courts act outside the guidelines?
Coronavirus Update – Police Station Interview Protocol
Amid the Covid-19 crisis, a new police station interview protocol has been set-out to help ensure detainees get the legal representation they are entitled to.
Coronavirus Update – Changes to MOT Regulations
As we are currently in a state of lockdown, the Government have amended The Road Traffic Act 1988 to allow for a six month extension for pending MOT tests.
Coronavirus Update – Lockdown – The Law
As the country enters the second week of “lockdown” to help combat the Covid-19 virus, we look at what laws are in place – and what the possible penalties are.
Coronavirus Update – The Implications For Businesses Failing to Close Rules
With measures to “lock” down many businesses is to help protect staff and customers alike from the spread of Covid-19. What are the implications for non-compliance.
Coronavirus Update – Businesses to Close (Revised List)
Revised list of businesses to close.
Coronavirus Update – Trials Suspended
News that jury trials have been suspended in light of the Coronavirus pandemic
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