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!
Date Rape Drugs & The Law
The recent case of serial rapist Reynhard Sinaga has brought the use of date rape drugs into the news again. So what is the law surrounding date rape drugs?
What to do if you get arrested abroad?
If you get arrested abroad then recent high-profile cases have shown just how important it is to seek appropriate legal representation.
Removal From The Sex Offenders Register
Applying for removal from the sex offender’s register has been in the news recently – but is it as easy to be removed as they are seeming to suggest?
The Right To An Interpreter
As well as legal representation, all defendants have the right to an interpreter to fully understand what is being said in court. Here we look at a defendant’s right to have an interpreter.
Can you go to prison for giving false information to the police?
One of the things we have to deal with from time to time is situations where false information has been given to the police. This is a criminal offence, and it can lead to a lengthy prison sentence. Find out why…
We’re Here To Help This Festive Season
Whilst are office may be closed for a couple of days over the festive period, we are still on-call 24-7 if you need legal representation.
We Are Hiring – NQ – 2yrs Qualified Solicitor
We are looking for a NQ – 2yrs qualified solicitor to join our busy team. Find out more about the role and how to apply. Read More…
Report – Low Numbers of Rape Allegations Prosecuted By CPS
A recent report has shown that despite a dramatic increase in rape allegations, the number of prosecutions has dramatically fallen – we look at why this could be.
Why Are Pre-Sentence Reports Done?
Here we look at pre-sentence reports – what are they? why are they done? and how can they aid the defence in putting forward significant mitigating factors.
Disqualification From Keeping Animals – The Facts
Find out when disqualification from keeping animals can be handed out by the courts under a Section 34 of the Animal Welfare Act 2006. We also look at what scope there is – and ask, can it be avoided?
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