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!
What Do Witnesses Have To Do In Court?
Support is available through the witness service for any witness who must attend court. The support provided may be practical or it may be emotional.
The Reasons Why You May Not Be Granted Bail
You DO have a right to be granted bail, however under certain circumstances this right can be taken away. The circumstances include the court believing that if granted bail it would be likely that you would:
Fail to surrender;
Commit further offences on bail; or
Interfere with witnesses
Is it a crime to not provide a breath sample when asked?
If the police suspect that you are over the limit then you are obliged to give a sample, it doesn’t matter if you know that you are under the limit. The same rule applies if the police have reason to believe that you were driving even if you weren’t.
When Can You Be Charged With Criminal Damage?
Essentially, you will receive this charge if you intentionally or recklessly damage property. It is most commonly damage to cars and windows, regularly it will have something to do with revenge.
The Incitement Rules Undercover Police Officers Must Follow To Obtain Evidence
Agent provocateur, which is French for “inciting agent”, is an entrapment situation in which a person is enticed, incited or encouraged to commit a criminal offence which they wouldn’t have committed otherwise.
How Manslaughter Sentencing Has Changed
The Sentencing Council, who’s responsibility it is to set sentencing guidelines in England and Wales, has just recently issued a new guideline in relation to manslaughter offences.
Death Penalty And Extradition Law In The UK
It is over 50 years since we have head the death penalty here in the UK. In 1964, Peter Allen and Gwynne Evans were the last people to be hung in England for the murder of John West, 15 months before the abolition of the death penalty.
Job Opportunity – LEGAL SECRETARY REQUIRED
24/07/18 – Vacancy for a Legal Secretary / Receptionist wanted to join our award-winning team. We are seeking to hire a legal secretary / receptionist due to the retirement of a long-term member of our team. A successful candidate would represent the professional...
Is Consent As Simple As Yes Or No?
Yes means yes, and no means no, right?
When it comes to consent, the law surrounding the issue is much more detailed and nuanced than a simple yes or no issue.
How Health And Safety Offences Are Monitored
It’s health and safety gone mad! Or is it? The Health and Safety Executive is the national regulator for workplace health and safety.
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